Find Cheap Flights from Colombo to Kathmandu (CMB - KTM)

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Colombo to Kathmandu and booking your next trip

Cheapest round-trip flights	$361	Air India 1 stop 7 hr Sat, Jan 31 — Mon, Feb 9	The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is currently $361
Cheapest one-way flight	$204	Air India 1 stop 26 hr Wed, Nov 19	The cheapest one-way flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is currently $204
Cheapest nonstop flights	$428	SriLankan Nonstop 4 hr Thu, Dec 25 — Wed, Dec 31	The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is currently $428
Last-minute weekend getaway	$396	Air India 1 stop 25 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Sun, Nov 23	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Colombo to Kathmandu is currently $396
Cheapest business class flights	$1,104	Air India 1 stop 21 hr Fri, Feb 6 — Thu, Feb 12	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is currently $1,104

Fastest flight	3 hr 30 min	The fastest nonstop flight from Colombo to Kathmandu takes 3 hr 30 min
Nonstop flights	Some days	There are direct flights on this route 4 days a week: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Kathmandu is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically April.

November Cheapest	Typical prices: $400–750
April Most expensive	Typical prices: $810–1,000

Popular airlines from Colombo to Kathmandu

SriLankan

Nonstop

from $428

Typical price: $520–800

4 weekly nonstop flights

CMB - KTM Every Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun
Air India

from $361

Typical price: $390–490

116 weekly connecting flights

CMB - KTM Every day
IndiGo

56 weekly connecting flights

CMB - KTM Every day
Qatar Airways

from $651

Typical price: $800–1,650

45 weekly connecting flights

CMB - KTM Every day
flydubai

Typical price: $910–1,100

33 weekly connecting flights

CMB - KTM Every day
Air Arabia

23 weekly connecting flights

CMB - KTM Every day

Popular airports near Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Colombo Sri Lanka 40 min 17 mi
Koggala Air Force Base (KCT)

Koggala Sri Lanka 2 hr 18 min 71 mi
Weerawila Airport (WRZ)

Weerawila Sri Lanka 3 hr 38 min 105 mi
Sigiriya Airport (GIU)

Sigiriya Sri Lanka 3 hr 40 min 93 mi

Popular airports near Kathmandu

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

Kathmandu Nepal 20 min 2 mi
Simra Airport (SIF)

Pipara Simara Nepal 3 hr 45 min 43 mi
Pokhara Domestic Airport (PKR)

Pokhara Nepal 5 hr 37 min 88 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Colombo to Kathmandu

When are the cheapest days to fly from Colombo to Kathmandu?

The cheapest flights from Colombo to Kathmandu are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $400 to $750.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Colombo to Kathmandu?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Kathmandu recently found on Google Flights was with Air India from $361. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air India from $204.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest SriLankan flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is $428, flying from Dec 25 to Dec 31.
The cheapest Air India flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is $361, flying from Jan 31 to Feb 9.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is $651, flying from Nov 17 to Nov 25.

What are the cheapest flights from Colombo to Kathmandu?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Kathmandu starts at $361 from Sat, Jan 31 to Mon, Feb 9. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $204 and departs on Wed, Nov 19.

How long does it take to fly from Colombo to Kathmandu?

3 hr 30 min is the shortest flight time from Colombo to Kathmandu.

When should you fly to Kathmandu, Nepal?

Peak travel is Feb–Apr. Monsoon season runs Jun–Sep. Key events include the Indra Jatra festival (dates vary, Aug/Sep), a religious festival featuring masked dances in Durbar Square.

How do I find cheap dates to fly from Colombo to Kathmandu?

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Colombo to Kathmandu.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

What is the best airline to fly from Colombo to Kathmandu?

What counts as the best airline for your flights from Colombo to Kathmandu really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Colombo to Kathmandu.

In terms of nonstop flights, SriLankan is the most popular. SriLankan offers 4 nonstop flights per week. SriLankan flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .

In terms of flights, Air India is the most popular. Air India offers 116 connecting flights per week. Air India flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .

Other popular airlines flying from Colombo to Kathmandu are:

IndiGo offers 56 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .
Qatar Airways offers 45 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .
flydubai offers 33 connecting flights per week. flydubai flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .
Air Arabia offers 23 connecting flights per week. Air Arabia flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Colombo and Kathmandu.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Colombo to Kathmandu?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Kathmandu recently found on Google Flights was with Air India from $361. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air India from $204.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest SriLankan flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is $428, flying from Dec 25 to Dec 31.
The cheapest Air India flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is $361, flying from Jan 31 to Feb 9.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Colombo to Kathmandu is $651, flying from Nov 17 to Nov 25.

Which airlines have direct flights from Colombo to Kathmandu?

SriLankan flies direct from Colombo to Kathmandu.

There are 4 SriLankan direct flights from Colombo to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Colombo to Kathmandu?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and Kathmandu at price $396 is offered by Air India from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23.

Which airlines have direct flights from Colombo to Kathmandu?

SriLankan flies direct from Colombo to Kathmandu.

There are 4 SriLankan direct flights from Colombo to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

When are direct flights from Colombo to Kathmandu available?

Direct flights from Colombo to Kathmandu are only available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.

What are the cheapest direct flights from Colombo to Kathmandu?

The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Colombo and Kathmandu start at $428 from Thu, Dec 25 to Wed, Dec 31 with SriLankan.

How can I find nonstop flights from Colombo to Kathmandu?

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Colombo to Kathmandu, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.

What are the cheapest business class flights from Colombo to Kathmandu?

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Colombo and Kathmandu start at $1,104 from Fri, Feb 6 to Thu, Feb 12 with Air India.

What are the cheapest economy class flights from Colombo to Kathmandu?

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Colombo and Kathmandu start at $361 from Sat, Jan 31 to Mon, Feb 9.

How can I book business class trips from Colombo to Kathmandu?

To book business class trips from Colombo to Kathmandu, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.

Are there any last-minute deals from Colombo to Kathmandu next weekend?

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Colombo and Kathmandu starts at $396 from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23 with Air India.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Colombo to Kathmandu?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and Kathmandu at price $396 is offered by Air India from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23.

How can I find last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Kathmandu?

To find last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Kathmandu, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.