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Cheapest round-trip
$296
Typical prices: $282-$324
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Mon 11/19Mon 11/26
DAC - KTM • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$298
Typical prices: $280-$321
Biman Bangladesh
Thu 2/1Sat 2/10
DAC - KTM • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Biman Bangladesh and Himalaya Airlines. Average duration is 1h 39m
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Most punctual • 75% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 8% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $382 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 22h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu (DAC-KTM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dhaka to Kathmandu

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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4:50 pm - 4:10 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
23h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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3:20 pm - 5:00 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$296Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 10
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7:30 pm - 9:00 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
1h 45mnonstop
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3:20 pm - 5:00 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$298Biman Bangladesh
Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 1
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4:50 pm - 1:05 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
20h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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3:20 pm - 5:00 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$298Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 31
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12:50 pm - 2:20 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
1h 45mnonstop
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10:00 pm - 11:40 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$300Biman Bangladesh
Sat, Feb 20 - Wed, Feb 24
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12:50 pm - 2:20 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
1h 45mnonstop
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3:20 pm - 5:00 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$300Biman Bangladesh
Tue, Nov 24 - Thu, Dec 3
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4:50 pm - 7:50 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
27h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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3:20 pm - 5:00 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$309Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 14
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3:10 pm - 10:55 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
8h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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6:30 am - 2:10 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
7h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$386Air India
Sat, Jan 23 - Thu, Jan 28
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3:10 pm - 1:55 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
23h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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7:35 am - 2:10 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
6h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$387Air India
Mon, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 16
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3:10 pm - 1:55 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
23h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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9:40 pm - 2:10 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
16h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$387Air India
Wed, Dec 23 - Sun, Dec 27
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4:30 pm - 5:45 pmDAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
1h 30mnonstop
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1:50 pm - 3:30 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$440Himalaya Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dhaka to Kathmandu flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dhaka to Kathmandu. It’s 1% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 0% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dhaka to Kathmandu at $280 round-trip.
•October ($319) and December ($308) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 13% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu the cheapest?

Flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dhaka to Kathmandu

 
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Key details for Dhaka to Kathmandu flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$161
Beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 14% increase in travelers.
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Your Dhaka to Kathmandu flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dhaka to Kathmandu:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:05 am and lands at 11:44 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:30 pm and lands at 9:09 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 39m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    A nonstop flight from Dhaka to Kathmandu takes 1h 39m, covering 411 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dhaka to Kathmandu flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu range from $282 to $324, with an average of $303 over the past 12 months. Anything below $282 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dhaka to Kathmandu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the $303 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $302 round-trip, compared to $382 via a layover through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Biman Bangladesh and US-Bangla Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dhaka to Kathmandu spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Dhaka to Kathmandu flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Dhaka to Kathmandu changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $296 to $1,389. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dhaka to Kathmandu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dhaka to Kathmandu are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $206.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    Flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu usually depart from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl (DAC) and arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dhaka to Kathmandu route, 29% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 32m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu pass through?

    Connecting flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu most commonly pass through:

    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) - 98% of one-stop connections
    • Kunming Changshui (KMG) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 2% on flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $302 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $306, a difference of $4.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dhaka and Kathmandu. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Biman Bangladesh
    • Himalaya Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    Flying via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 50m, compared with 22h 59m via Kunming Changshui (KMG).

  • What popular places can I visit in Kathmandu?

    Garden of Dreams is one of the most viewed places in Kathmandu on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dhaka to Kathmandu flights?

    Among airlines operating Dhaka to Kathmandu flights:

    • Biman Bangladesh: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dhaka to Kathmandu flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Biman Bangladesh: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Himalaya Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Which rules have the major airlines established for the carriage of pets from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

    Turkish Airlines, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, and Nepal Airlines all have pet-friendly rules in place for flights departing from Dhaka to Kathmandu. Pets are welcome on all of these airlines' passenger aircraft as long as they are under six months old and weigh no more than 22 lbs, including the combined weight of the animal carriers.

  • Which flight route choice provides the most economical flights between Kathmandu and Dhaka?

    When compared to taking a direct trip from Dhaka to Kathmandu, connecting flights are typically cheaper. Airlines like Emirates Airlines, Air India, and Biman Bangladesh Airlines all offer innonstop flights with a layover in Dubai, Delhi, and Kolkata respectively. By considering these options, travelers would find their flight tickets to be less expensive compared to if they booked nonstop flights.

  • Which airline has flexible luggage policies for flights between Dhaka and Kathmandu?

    Etihad Airways, Malindo Air, and Qatar Airways are well known for having more lenient baggage policies for flights between Dhaka and Kathmandu. These airlines frequently provide more convenient baggage policies and laxer requirements, allowing travelers to check in with more bags or have heavier weight limits for carry-on or checked baggage.

  • What is the most efficient way to get from Downtown Dhaka to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport?

    Once you reach the Airport Railway Station, you can take the airport railway link to the airport terminal. The railway station is located near the airport, and the airport shuttle train runs at regular intervals. The train journey takes approximately 15-20 minutes, making it a convenient option to reach the airport quickly.

Your guide to booking Dhaka to Kathmandu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $302, about $4 less than Saturday fares (1% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dhaka to Kathmandu trip for February. Fares historically average $280 round-trip in that month - typically $39 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Biman Bangladesh. Over the past three months, 75% of Biman Bangladesh flights from Dhaka to Kathmandu arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 71%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 32m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport.

    • Vannasut Hotel and Spa
    • The Everest Hotel Kathmandu
    • Hotel Manohara
  • A large number of business travelers from Dhaka choose Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) as their final destination when they fly to Kathmandu. The main reason for this choice is that Kathmandu serves as the capital and the most populous city of Nepal. Being the capital, Kathmandu is home to numerous well-established business head offices in Nepal - which makes it highly appealing for business travelers.
  • It is crucial that parents who are taking their kids on a flight from Dhaka to Kathmandu think about flying on either Nepal Airlines, Etihad Airways, or Emirates. These particular airlines provide free Wi-Fi in-flight, which is helpful for kids who want to amuse themselves with their preferred musical selections, films, or TV episodes on their computers, smart phones, or tablets.
  • No matter if they have reserved business class or economy class on a flight from Dhaka to Kathmandu, customers flying with Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways have the opportunity to upgrade to the first-class cabin. Passengers can switch classes at a discounted rate by participating in a bidding process. When checking in or purchasing tickets, travelers have the option of using this option by indicating how much they are willing to spend on the upgrade.
  • The great majority of passengers clearly prefer to depart from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) when flying from Dhaka to Kathmandu. This choice is primarily motivated by the airport's convenient access to public transportation, which, when compared to other neighboring airports, enables travelers to reach the airport swiftly and affordably.
  • If you want to visit the surrounding areas after landing in Kathmandu, you can choose how to travel to neighboring cities like Lalitpur, Kirtipur, or Madhyapur Thimi. You can choose from a variety of transportation alternatives for your journey - including use of a cab, bus system, or hiring a car to drive yourself.

Prefer to fly direct from Dhaka to Kathmandu?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Airport to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl to Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Monday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Tuesday

Biman Bangladesh

Biman Bangladesh

Wednesday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Thursday

Biman Bangladesh

Biman Bangladesh

Friday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Saturday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Sunday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

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Direct returns

Kathmandu Tribhuvan to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

Monday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Tuesday

Biman Bangladesh

Biman Bangladesh

Wednesday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Thursday

Biman Bangladesh

Biman Bangladesh

Friday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Saturday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Sunday

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

Biman Bangladesh,Himalaya Airlines

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