Is a 1¾ hr layover in Kathmandu long enough?
Yes, 1 hour 45 min is probably enough for a layover at KTM (Kathmandu).
Is 1 hour 45 min enough for a layover at Tribhuvan International (KTM)?
Solid buffer for any connection type, including allowance for slow immigration or customs queues.
What is the minimum connection time at KTM?
Minimum connection times at Tribhuvan International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 60 minutes, International-to-International is 90 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 1 hour 45 min connection at KTM on an international flight?
1 hour 45 min clears the 90-minute international minimum connection time at Tribhuvan International, but you should still head directly to your gate. The domestic and international terminals sit a few hundred meters apart and are connected by a short walk or an airport shuttle/taxi along the perimeter road, since there is no internal air-side corridor linking them. Passengers connecting between the two must fully exit through arrivals, re-enter through a separate check-in and security queue, and undergo fresh document/baggage screening every time. International-to-international transfers on different airlines also usually require landside re-entry rather than an air-side transit desk.
How much time do I need for a layover at KTM?
We recommend at least 1½ hours for a comfortable connection at Tribhuvan International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 25 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 30 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at KTM?
If you miss a connection, you'll need to go to your airline's ticket counter in the relevant terminal (international or domestic) as there is no centralized rebooking desk; Nepal Airlines and other carriers have limited staff and frequency, so expect delays of several hours to a day for rebooking, especially on domestic mountain routes.