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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
$1,028
Typical prices: $1,296-$1,655
China Southern
Thu 5/11Sat 5/12
MEL - KTM • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$14,815
Delta
Fri 30/10Fri 27/11
MEL - KTM • Direct
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and Kathmandu. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,194 (return)
Shortest trip • 15h 58m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu (MEL-KTM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Kathmandu

Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 22:30MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
28h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
12:30 - 06:50KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
37h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,028China Southern
Sun, 8 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 11:30MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
17h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
12:30 - 06:50KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
37h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,028China Southern
Wed, 4 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
China Eastern Logo
22:30 - 16:00MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
46h 45m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Fuzhou Kunming Changshui
China Eastern Logo
17:00 - 14:05KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
39h 50m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,030China Eastern
Sat, 12 Sep - Fri, 18 Dec
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 15:35MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
31h 50m3 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang Kunming Changshui
China Eastern Logo
17:00 - 10:00KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
35h 45m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
$1,030China Eastern
Sat, 5 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 - 15:35MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
31h 50m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Kunming Changshui
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:45 - 14:10KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
22h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$1,053Multiple Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 - 15:35MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
31h 50m3 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Xi'an Xianyang Kunming Changshui
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:45 - 14:10KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
22h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$1,071Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 Jan - Mon, 22 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
16:20 - 21:50MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
34h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:55 - 08:15KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
28h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,114Singapore Airlines
Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
SriLankan Airlines Logo
16:10 - 12:15MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
24h 20m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
13:40 - 14:40KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
20h 45m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,139SriLankan Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:25 - 21:50MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
31h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
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22:55 - 05:45KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
25h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,158Singapore Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan - Mon, 15 Mar
SriLankan Airlines Logo
07:10 - 11:50MEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
33h 55m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
12:50 - 05:40KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
35h 35m1 stop Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,173SriLankan Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Kathmandu flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu departing in November.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Kathmandu from Melbourne Airport usually cost between $1,008 and $1,299 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,028 on China Southern (5 Nov–5 Dec).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu is February, where tickets cost $1,047 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,642 and $1,605 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$551
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (10% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu

When to book flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Kathmandu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu flights

  • Which cities are close to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport?

    Several cities, other than Kathmandu itself, are relatively close to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. Kirtipur is a town on the south-western outskirts of Kathmandu. Patan is to the south and can be described almost as a continuation of Kathmandu itself. Madhyapur Thimi lies just outside the eastern fringe of the city of Kathmandu.

  • What are my transport options to and from the airport?

    There are few public transportation options between Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and the city. There is a bus service between the airport and Purano Bus Park in the city centre, but buses are very crowded and uncomfortable. The main transport options are taxis and private services, which can be arranged beforehand or upon arrival. Pre-paid taxis, which are available at the counter to the right of the arrivals gate, are a good way of guaranteeing a fixed price, as taxis do not have a set rate.

  • Does Tribhuvan Airport have a hotel?

    There is an airport hotel located just outside the main gate of Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. It is also possible to book shuttles to hotels in the city from the airport, and the majority offer meet-and-greet services at arrival to transport to your hotel.

  • Are there any public transport options from Kathmandu Airport to Kathmandu?

    The best way to reach the city centre of Kathmandu from the airport if you haven’t rented your own car is by taking a taxi. The safest option is by booking a pre-paid taxi at one of the counters in the Arrivals Hall, as this means you don’t have to negotiate a rate or are in for any unpleasant surprises in the end. A pre-paid taxi ride into the city will cost approximately Rs 750–850 (A$ 9–10).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu was $551 for a one-way ticket and $1,028 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and Kathmandu, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Kathmandu from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Guangzhou is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu, Singapore Airlines or Thai Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu are Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,283 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Thai Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,441 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kathmandu from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Kathmandu with an airline and back to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Kathmandu?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kathmandu from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Kathmandu

  • If you are flying with children from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Kathmandu, Qatar Airways offers a special nanny and in-flight childcare service that can ease some of the difficulties of travelling with small children.
  • You can book and pay for a taxi from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in advance, and this guarantees a fixed price. The office for pre-paid taxis is located to the right of the arrivals gate.
  • If you decide to take a taxi from the airport into the city, it is acceptable to negotiate over the price. Prices are not fixed, and many drivers will initially quote a very high price but will be willing to come down considerably if you are prepared to negotiate politely.
  • One who prefers a more direct connection between Melbourne and Kathmandu can book with airlines like Malaysian Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Singapore Airlines, which all offer one-stop flights between these destinations.
  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) invites with three open-access lounges, all situated in the post-security area of the International Terminal. All located on the third floor, they provide you with a quiet atmosphere, perfect to wait for your flight.
  • The centre of Kathmandu is conveniently close to Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu (KTM). Only 15min by car separates the main airport from the core of the city and many interesting sights like Durbar Square.
  • Upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport, you can seek assistance for booking a hotel, finding your way around, or with flight-related questions at the Information Counter in the Arrivals Area. Here you can also get pamphlets and brochures on what to do in Kathmandu.
  • There is plenty of parking space at Melbourne Airport, so leaving your car there while you are in Kathmandu is no problem. Budget-savvy travellers will find the best rates at the long-term car park that is served by a complimentary shuttle bus operating between the lot and the airport.
  • Mothers who want to nurse their babies in peace after arriving in Kathmandu can do so in the Breastfeeding Room in the Arrivals Area after immigration.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu

Other airlines flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Kathmandu according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.