KathmanduIstanbul, Turkey

Flights from Kathmandu to Istanbul

Nonstop flights from Kathmandu (KTM) to Istanbul (IST) take about 7h 8m (5,307 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $699 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Istanbul

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A Turkish Airlines aircraft flying amidst clouds over Istanbul, capturing travel's essence. — arriving in Istanbul

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Kathmandu →2 lounges at Kathmandu Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresIST to Istanbul: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Istanbul →34 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Airlines flying Kathmandu to Istanbul

Carriers on KTM–IST according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Kathmandu to Istanbul fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Sept 2027, from $657 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $219. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$69924 Oct 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$222 · 1 stop28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$9633 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$219 · 1 stop6 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$7182 Dec 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$293 · 1 stop1 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$7203 Jan 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$268 · 1 stop2 Jan 2027
Mar 2027	$75323 Mar 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$227 · 1 stop23 Mar 2027
Sept 2027	$65710 Sept 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$343 · 1 stop10 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $219 for November 2026, $227 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Kathmandu to Istanbul, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Istanbul

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Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Kathmandu to Istanbul flights

How long is the flight from Kathmandu to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Istanbul (IST) takes about 7h 8m, covering 5,307 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Kathmandu from Istanbul by air?

The great-circle distance between Tribhuvan International Airport and İstanbul Airport is 5,307 km (3,298 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Kathmandu to Istanbul?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the KTM–IST route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Kathmandu to Istanbul cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on KTM–IST was $699 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 24 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kathmandu to Istanbul?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $219 one-way, against $343 for September 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from Kathmandu to Turkey?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Turkey visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Istanbul?

Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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