Transportation Options to Nepal
Nepal is accessible by air and land, with Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu being the main international gateway, and several border crossings from India.
By Air (International)
| Route |
Major Airlines |
Flight Duration |
Approx Frequency |
| Delhi-Kathmandu |
Air India, IndiGo, Nepal Airlines |
1.5 hours |
15+ daily flights |
| Dubai-Kathmandu |
Emirates, Flydubai, Nepal Airlines |
4 hours |
7 weekly flights |
| Doha-Kathmandu |
Qatar Airways |
4.5 hours |
14 weekly flights |
| Bangkok-Kathmandu |
Thai Airways, Nepal Airlines |
3.5 hours |
Daily flights |
| Singapore-Kathmandu |
Singapore Airlines, Scoot |
5 hours |
Daily flights |
By Land (From India)
- Major Border Crossings:
- Sunauli/Bhairahawa (Uttar Pradesh)
- Raxaul/Birgunj (Bihar)
- Kakarbhitta (West Bengal/Sikkim)
- Banbassa/Mahendranagar (Uttarakhand)
- Bus Services:
- Delhi-Kathmandu (24-30 hours)
- Varanasi-Kathmandu (12-14 hours)
- Kolkata-Kathmandu (24-28 hours)
- Train + Bus Options: Connect to border towns then take local buses
Domestic Transportation in Nepal
| Mode |
Details |
Best For |
| Domestic Flights |
Connect Kathmandu to Pokhara, Lukla, Bharatpur, etc. |
Mountain regions, time-saving |
| Tourist Buses |
Comfortable coaches between major cities |
Kathmandu-Pokhara-Chitwan route |
| Local Buses |
Inexpensive but crowded, cover all routes |
Budget travelers, short distances |
| Private Vehicles |
Cars with drivers available for hire |
Flexible itineraries, groups |
Important Travel Tips
- Visa: Available on arrival at airport and land borders for most nationalities
- Currency: Have Nepalese rupees for land border crossings
- Seasonal Considerations: Mountain flights often delayed in monsoon (June-Sept)
- Road Conditions: Mountain roads can be challenging - choose reputable operators
Entry Points to Nepal
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): Only international airport
- Pokhara Airport (PKR): New international terminal (limited flights)
- Land Borders: 15 official crossings with India, 1 with Tibet (China)
Nepal Transportation Network
[Map would show international flight routes, major highways, and border crossings]
Getting to Popular Destinations
| Destination |
From Kathmandu |
Travel Time |
| Pokhara |
Flight (25min) or Bus (6-8hrs) |
200km |
| Chitwan National Park |
Flight (20min) or Bus (5-6hrs) |
150km |
| Lumbini |
Flight (30min to Bhairahawa) or Bus (8-10hrs) |
280km |
| Everest Region |
Flight to Lukla (35min) then trek |
140km |
Transportation Costs
- International Flights: $200-$800 depending on origin
- Delhi-Kathmandu Bus: $20-$50 (standard to luxury)
- Kathmandu-Pokhara Flight: $100-$150 one way
- Kathmandu-Pokhara Tourist Bus: $10-$20
- Local City Taxis: $2-$10 per ride (negotiate first)