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Cheapest round-trip
$846
Typical prices: $935-$1,160
China Southern
Tue 12/18Mon 1/29
KTM - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$472
Typical prices: $515-$756
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/19
KTM - MEL • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kathmandu and Melbourne Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 9% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 12% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,011 (round-trip)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 15h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne (KTM-MEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kathmandu to Melbourne

Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Jan 29
China Southern Logo
11:30 pm - 6:50 amKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
26h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:25 am - 11:30 amMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
29h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$846China Southern
Tue, Dec 15 - Thu, Jan 28
China Eastern Logo
5:00 pm - 2:05 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
39h 50m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:50 am - 4:00 pmMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
43h 25m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
$848China Eastern
Mon, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 18
China Southern Logo
12:30 pm - 9:45 amKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
16h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:25 am - 10:30 pmMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
16h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$848China Southern
Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Jan 31
Malaysia Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 9:25 amKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
15h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 9:45 pmMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
18h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,105Malaysia Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Feb 14
Malaysia Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 9:25 amKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
15h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 9:45 pmMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
18h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,105Malaysia Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Mon, Feb 1
Malaysia Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 9:25 amKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
15h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 9:45 pmMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
18h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,106Malaysia Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 21
Thai Airways Logo
1:30 pm - 9:35 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
26h 50m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Thai Airways Logo
2:30 pm - 11:25 pmMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
14h 10m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$1,225Thai Airways
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Jan 2
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 10:20 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
17h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Brisbane
Singapore Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 9:50 pmMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
19h 55m2 stops Adelaide Singapore Changi
$1,628Singapore Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Jan 2
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 10:20 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
17h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Brisbane
Singapore Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 9:50 pmMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
19h 55m2 stops Adelaide Singapore Changi
$1,633Singapore Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 1
Thai Airways Logo
12:25 am - 8:00 pmKTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MEL Melbourne
15h 20m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Thai Airways Logo
11:30 pm - 11:25 pmMEL  Melbourne-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
28h 10m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$2,170Thai Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport?

Round-trip flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport start at $846. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $935 to $1,160. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $846 on China Southern.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport, it is 1% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 2% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport at $905 round-trip.
•January ($1,208) and July ($1,170) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 9% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$472
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport

When to book flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kathmandu to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • How convenient are flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne for Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRMs)?

    Although most airlines flying from Kathmandu to Melbourne consider PRMs, Emirates makes it more convenient. Among other amenities, the airline offers priority boarding to PRMs, occasional discounts, complimentary wheelchair services at the ticket counters, and a team of well-trained staff to attend to PRMs.

  • Which eco-friendly airlines can I travel with from Kathmandu to Melbourne?

    To fly with an Eco-friendly airline from Kathmandu to Melbourne, consider reserving your flight ticket with Emirates. Besides its advanced fuel-efficient aircraft, the airline has also adopted several eco-friendly programs and initiatives - such as carbon offset projects, recycling initiatives, and sustainable in-flight services.

  • Which family-friendly airlines can I consider for my flight to Melbourne from Kathmandu?

    Among several airlines offering flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu, Singapore is highly rated for its family-friendly amenities. Some family-friendly amenities include priority boarding for families with kids, special kids' meals on request, bassinets for infants, and Unaccompanied Minor (UM) services for children between the ages of 5 and 17.

  • Which cities can I visit near Melbourne Airport (MEL) after deplaning from my Kathmandu flight?

    Besides Melbourne, MEL is the destination airport for travelers connecting to Melbourne's neighboring cities, such as Tullamarine, Essendon, Moonee Ponds and Broadmeadows. Thanks to their proximity, you can connect to these cities via local buses, a taxi or a car rental from Melbourne car rentals at MEL.

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

    Flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    One-stop flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 4% on the Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,020 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,056, a difference of $36. 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 popular places can I visit in Melbourne Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Melbourne Airport are Melbourne Cricket Ground, Marvel Stadium and Crown Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Melbourne Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% above the route average of $1,029. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 5,929 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport 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 $846 to $2,352. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $550, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 41m, compared with 16h 43m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) and 17h 00m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Airport is 4 hours ahead of Kathmandu (Eastern Australia Time vs Nepal Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    Melbourne Airport (MEL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • EverythingFleet
    • Ace Rental Cars
    • Alpha

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

    Round-trip flights from Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport range from $935 to $1,160, with an average of $1,029 over the past 12 months. Anything below $935 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,020 - about $36 less than Wednesday (3% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 9% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kathmandu to Melbourne Airport trip for December. Fares historically average $905 round-trip in that month - typically $303 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Melbourne Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport By IHG
  • Melbourne (MEL) is the busiest and probably the main airport for travelers connecting to Melbourne. However, it is not the only airport you can use as your destination airport for your flight from Kathmandu. Other alternatives include Essendon Airport in the northwest, Avalon Airport in the southwest, and Moorabbin Airport in the south.
  • To connect from the Kathmandu city center to Tribhuvan (KTM) for your flight to Melbourne, you can board a taxi or take local buses popularly known as the "micro buses" or "Sajha buses." The travel time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it generally takes between 30-60 minutes by road.
  • When planning your flight from Kathmandu to Melbourne, be sure to consider your layovers. Most airlines flying this route offer flights with at least a single layover. Some of the common layovers to anticipate on this route may consist of Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK).
  • After deplaning from your Kathmandu to Melbourne flight at Melbourne Airport (MEL), you will connect to Downtown Melbourne via Tullamarine Freeway. Your transport option would include metropolitan and regional buses and taxis. Alternatively, you can use the Skybus Super Shuttle to take you to the Southern Cross Railway Station.
  • If you intend to fly from Kathmandu to Melbourne with your furry friend, consider reserving your ticket with Emirates. The airline's pet-friendly policy allows you to travel with your pet dog or cat in the cabin, only if your pet and cage can fit under your flight seat. If not, your pet will need to fly as a cargo. Please note that the airlines demand you inform them in advance to make reservations for your pet due to the limited number of animals allowed on each aircraft.

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