Cheap Flights from Kathmandu (KTM) to Lukla (LUA)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Kathmandu to Lukla (KTM-LUA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Taca Airlines offers one-way fares as low as US$318 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. KTM to LUA on Tue, Apr 21), while Taca Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$646 departing on Sat, Apr 18 and returning on Sat, Apr 25.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Kathmandu to Lukla?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Kathmandu to Lukla with the following airlines, including: Taca Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla?

  It takes about 32 minutes to fly from Kathmandu to Lukla.

• When is the best time to book flights from Kathmandu to Lukla?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Kathmandu to Lukla?

  To find best deals on flights from Kathmandu to Lukla, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Apr 21, with one-way flights priced at just US$318.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Taca Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Lukla travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Kathmandu (KTM) to Lukla (LUA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Kathmandu to Lukla is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kathmandu to Lukla on?

  After crunching the numbers on our April flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Kathmandu to Lukla on April 26, 2026 with Taca Airlines, with prices starting at US$320.

• Which airports can I fly to for Lukla from Kathmandu?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Lukla, with Tribhuvan International Airport to Tenzing-Hillary Airport (KTM-LUA) is by far the most common option on this route: Tenzing-Hillary Airport (LUA).

• Is there any time difference between Kathmandu and Lukla?

  The time difference between Lukla and Kathmandu is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Kathmandu to Lukla?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.