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Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Kathmandu (KTM)

Travel from Australia's east coast to an enchanting city close to the Himalayas, enjoying smooth connections through Dubai with our partner flydubai.
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Flights from Sydney to Kathmandu

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is located 8km south of central Sydney and has several transport connections you can use ahead of your flight to Kathmandu.

There is an airport link train that takes just 13 minutes from the city centre, with services running roughly every 10 minutes. The train from Town Hall train station makes several stops throughout the city and its suburbs.

By car, the airport is approximately a 25-minute journey from the city centre in light traffic. Emirates flights depart from Terminal 1, which is on the western side of the airport and is accessible via Airport Drive. There are three large car parks that are a short walk from the terminal, as well as valet parking options so you can drop your car at the entrance.

Emirates First and Business Class passengers will have the option to book our complimentary Chauffeur-drive service to Sydney Airport. You’ll be picked up in a luxury car from anywhere within 80km – or further for an extra fee – and enjoy a comfortable start to your journey to Kathmandu.

Once you’ve arrived at Sydney Airport, First and Business Class passengers and Emirates Skywards Platinum or Gold members will have exclusive access to the Emirates Lounge. Located in Terminal 1, the lounge provides a stylish, quiet space to relax ahead of your flight to Kathmandu. You can pick from a fantastic selection of dishes and sip premium drinks, from mocktails and hot beverages to spirits, wines and liqueurs.

When you board your flight, you’ll find a tastefully designed cabin and comfortable seats. Your inflight experience will be defined by world-class service, delicious regionally inspired meals and award-winning entertainment. In Economy Class, you can browse more than 6,500 TV shows, movies podcasts, music tracks and other content - all on your personal HD TV. In Premium Economy, you’ll enjoy an elevated dining experience with an extended beverage menu, more spacious leather seating with a deeper recline and our latest upgraded inflight entertainment system with a 13.3 inch HD TV. 

In Business Class, you can wander down the plane to the A380 Onboard Lounge. In this social bar area, you’ll be able to order cocktails, mocktails and other premium drinks along with moreish light bites. In First Class, you can slide the doors closed to your own personal cabin – featuring a lie-flat seat, mood lighting and temperature controls - and enjoy access to the invigorating A380 Shower Spa.

After a seamless connection in Dubai to our partner flydubai, your flight to Kathmandu will arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. There are no train links from the airport to Kathmandu city centre, but you can easily reach your destination via a taxi or pre-arranged transfer. There are also bus services to the city which take around an hour – these green buses leave from outside the arrivals hall, heading towards Ratna Park.

The drive to Kathmandu city centre by car takes roughly 15 minutes while Bhaktapur, another key city in the Kathmandu Valley, is approximately 25 minutes.

In Kathmandu, you’ll be met by a fascinating mixture of rich culture and history, sensational architecture and breathtaking mountain scenery. There are several UNESCO World Heritage Sites throughout the city and its surrounding area, while its streets and marketplaces throng with activity. From the ancient, enchanting Pashupatinath Temple and internationally renowned Nepalese cuisine, to the nearby peaks of the Himalayas, Kathmandu is brimming with unforgettable experiences.

Products and services may vary on actual flights depending on routes, aircraft configuration and whether your journey involves flights with a partner airline. Operational requirements may also cause last‑minute changes to the aircraft used on scheduled flights.

Trip Inspiration

What to do in Kathmundu

  • Go shopping at Asan Market

    The Asan Market is a buzzing square that pulses with life from dawn until dusk, with stalls selling a tremendous variety of goods, ranging from dried fish and spices to textiles and electronics. Simply observe this beautiful chaos, an authentic glimpse of Kathmandu’s daily life, or go in search of a unique souvenir to remember your trip

  • Spot monkeys at Swayambhunath

    Situated on a hill in the Kathmandu Valley west of the city, Swayambhunath is an ancient religious complex believed to have been established over 2,000 years ago. Head to this symbolic architectural masterpiece via a 365-step stone stairway and spot the legendary free roaming monkeys that earn the site its ‘Monkey Temple’ moniker.

  • Fly over Mount Everest

    The snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas form one of the most striking mountain landscapes in the world and include the ethereal Mount Everest - known locally as Sagarmatha. Book a flight tour from Kathmandu and spend an hour enjoying a bird's-eye panorama of the famous summit, rising up above the clouds into the brilliant blue sky.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Flying to Kathmundu

  • Pokhara is roughly 140km north-west of Kathmandu. The lakeside city is known for its adventure activities and proximity to the stunning Annapurna mountain region.

    Driving to Pokhara from Kathmandu takes roughly six hours. However, buses are the more common road option with multiple services departing from the capital city and taking around seven hours.

    The quickest and most comfortable way to reach Pokhara from Kathmandu is to fly, which takes just half an hour. Multiple domestic flights operate between the two cities daily.

  • You can fly Emirates to Kathmandu from several airports in Australia. In addition to Sydney, you can relax in Emirates luxury when you book flights to Nepal from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth.
  • A visa is typically required for Australian nationals travelling to Nepal, but you should check all the visa and passport requirements prior to your flight to Kathmandu.
  • There is only one airport in Kathmandu, which is Tribhuvan International Airport. The airport is Nepal’s primary international airport, and this is where you’ll land when you book a flight to Nepal with Emirates.