Kolkata to Kathmandu (CCU–KTM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Kolkata to Kathmandu
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Airlines 398 mi 1h 26m nonstop +0.25h ahead 14 1-stop hubs

CCU–KTM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air India and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 398 miles in approximately 1h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CCU–KTM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AI Air India 0 Star Alliance
MU China Eastern Airlines 0 SkyTeam
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AI (0 flights/wk, 0%)
SkyTeam: MU (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CCU to KTM.
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One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
388
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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.

Other ways to reach Kathmandu from Kolkata

Nearby airports with service to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Metric CCU→KTM DAC→KTM
Distance from CCU 149 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 2
Weekly flights 0 9
Flight time 1h 26m 1h 45m
Airports within 200 miles of CCU with service to Tribhuvan International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Kolkata, it's 6.25:00 PM in Kathmandu.
Distance & Flight Time
398 mi / 641 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 26m.
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.

CCU–KTM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kolkata to Kathmandu route.
Route details
Distance398 mi / 641 km
Flight time1h 26m
Time difference+0.25 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: CCU
IATA / ICAOCCU / VECC
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Passengers/yr21.2M
Elevation16 ft / 5 m
Destination: KTM
IATA / ICAOKTM / VNKT
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation4,390 ft / 1,338 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CCU to KTM flights.
Nonstop flights from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport take approximately 1h 26m. The route covers 398 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air India and China Eastern Airlines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through VNS, DMK, PBH, KUL, DEL, BKK, BOM, DAC, CAN, DXB, SIN, DOH, BLR and AUH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kathmandu is 0.25 hours ahead of Kolkata.
Nearby alternatives include DAC. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CCU to KTM

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) are connected by nonstop service from Air India and China Eastern Airlines.

CCU to KTM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CCU to KTM ranges from 1 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 398 miles (641 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via VNS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dhaka (DAC).