Bengaluru to Kathmandu (BLR–KTM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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IX874
IX Air India
7M8
10:30 AM
IST T2
1:45 PM
+0545
3h
M T W T F S S
Prices
AI9187
AI Air India
7M8
10:30 AM
IST T2
1:45 PM
+0545
3h
M T W T F S S
Prices
RA225
RA Nepal
320
1:40 PM
+0545 TI
4:25 PM
IST
3h
M T W T F S S
Prices
AI9188
AI Air India
7M8
2:45 PM
+0545
5:45 PM
IST
3h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices
IX873
IX Air India
7M8
3:30 PM
+0545
7:31 PM
IST
4h 16m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Bengaluru to Kathmandu
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,117 mi 3h nonstop +0.25h ahead 11 1-stop hubs

BLR–KTM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air India and Air India Express lead the route. The flight covers 1,117 miles in approximately 3h. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop BLR–KTM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AI Air India 7 7M8 3h Star Alliance
IX Air India Express 7 7M8 3h
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – AI, IX
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AI (7 flights/wk, 50%)
Unaffiliated: IX (7 flights/wk, 50%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, BLR to KTM direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
17
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BLR to KTM.
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One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
532
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+0.25h
Kathmandu is 0.25 hours ahead of Bengaluru.
BLR: IST · KTM: +0545

When it's 6:00 PM in Bengaluru, it's 6.25:00 PM in Kathmandu.
Distance & Flight Time
1,117 mi / 1,797 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 0m.
Visa & Entry

Indian citizens do not need a visa or passport to enter Nepal. The India-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship allows unrestricted movement between the two countries. A valid government-issued photo ID is sufficient for entry. Accepted documents include an Aadhaar card, voter ID, or Indian passport.

There is no limit on the length of stay. Indian citizens can live and work in Nepal without a permit. Air travelers flying into Tribhuvan International Airport should carry a passport or a valid photo ID for airline check-in requirements.

Getting to BLR

Namma Metro's Yellow Line (RV Road to Bommasandra, with airport extension) opened in phases; confirm current operational status and fares before travel. BMTC Vayu Vajra (Big10) airport buses run from multiple city points for INR 250–320 and take 45–90 minutes depending on traffic.Ola and Uber from the city centre to the airport cost INR 600–1,000 and take 45–75 minutes in normal traffic. Bengaluru is notorious for severe traffic congestion, especially on Bellary Road and the BIAL access road; allow substantial buffer time during peak hours (08:00–10:30 and 17:30–21:00). Prepaid taxis also operate from the terminal.

BLR–KTM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Bengaluru to Kathmandu route.
Route details
Distance1,117 mi / 1,797 km
Flight time3h
Time difference+0.25 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 17 return
1-stop connections11 hubs
Origin: BLR
IATA / ICAOBLR / VOBL
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Passengers/yr40.7M
Elevation3,000 ft / 914 m
Destination: KTM
IATA / ICAOKTM / VNKT
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation4,390 ft / 1,338 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BLR to KTM flights.
Nonstop flights from Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru to Tribhuvan International Airport take approximately 3h. The route covers 1,117 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air India and Air India Express.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from BLR to KTM. The return direction has about 17 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through VNS, AUH, DMK, SHJ, DOH, BOM, DEL, HKG, DXB, KUL and SIN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kathmandu is 0.25 hours ahead of Bengaluru.
Yes, return flights from KTM to BLR are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from BLR to KTM

Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) are connected by nonstop service from Air India and Air India Express. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

BLR to KTM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BLR to KTM ranges from 3 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,117 miles (1,797 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 31 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via VNS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.