Dubai to Kathmandu (DXB–KTM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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FZ1133
FZ flydubai
7M8
2:35 AM
+04 T3
8:20 AM
+0545
4h
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EK2262
EK Emirates
7M8
2:35 AM
+04 T3
8:20 AM
+0545
4h
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FZ1537
FZ flydubai
7M8
12:25 PM
+04 T3
6:40 PM
+0545
4h 30m
M T W T F S S
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EK2153
EK Emirates
7M8
5:45 PM
+04 T2
11:30 PM
+0545
4h
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FZ573
FZ flydubai
7M8
11:30 PM
+04 T2
4:00 AM+1
+0545
2h 45m
M T W T F S S
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FZ574
FZ flydubai
7M8
12:30 AM
+0545 TI
3:55 AM
+04
5h 10m
M T W T F S S
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EK2263
EK Emirates
7M8
9:20 AM
+0545
12:45 PM
+04
5h 10m
M T W T F S S
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FZ1134
FZ flydubai
7M8
10:19 AM
+0545 TI
1:35 PM
+04
5h 1m
M T W T F S S
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FZ1538
FZ flydubai
7M8
7:40 PM
+0545 TI
11:05 PM
+04
5h 10m
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H9765
H9 Himalaya
32A
11:06 PM
+0545 TI
2:00 AM+1
+04
4h 39m
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RA229
RA Nepal
320
11:49 PM
+0545 TI
2:40 AM+1
+04
4h 36m
M T W T F S S
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Dubai to Kathmandu
2 carriers, 35 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 35 Flights/wk 1,858 mi 2h 45m nonstop +1.75h ahead 12 1-stop hubs

DXB–KTM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. flydubai and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 1,858 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DXB–KTM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
FZ flydubai 21 7M8 2h45-4h30
EK Emirates 14 7M8 4h
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – EK, FZ
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: EK + FZ (35 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DXB to KTM direction.
Mon
5
flights
Tue
5
flights
Wed
5
flights
Thu
5
flights
Fri
5
flights
Sat
5
flights
Sun
5
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
5
Nonstop flights
35
Outbound / wk
40
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DXB to KTM.
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One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
968
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.

Other ways to reach Kathmandu from Dubai

Nearby airports with service to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Metric DXB→KTM SHJ→KTM AUH→KTM
Distance from DXB 11 mi 72 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 1 1
Weekly flights 35 11 7
Flight time 2h 45m 4h 45m 4h 10m
Airports within 200 miles of DXB with service to Tribhuvan International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1.75h
Kathmandu is 1.75 hours ahead of Dubai.
DXB: +04 · KTM: +0545

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 7.75:00 PM in Kathmandu.
Distance & Flight Time
1,858 mi / 2,990 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 45m to 4h 30m.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders obtain a visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Fees are $30 for 15 days, $50 for 30 days, or $125 for 90 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least one blank page. A passport-sized photo is needed for the visa application at the counter.

Getting to DXB

Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.

DXB–KTM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubai to Kathmandu route.
Route details
Distance1,858 mi / 2,990 km
Flight time2h 45m to 4h 30m
Time difference+1.75 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights35 out / 40 return
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: DXB
IATA / ICAODXB / OMDB
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr92.3M
Elevation62 ft / 19 m
Destination: KTM
IATA / ICAOKTM / VNKT
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation4,390 ft / 1,338 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DXB to KTM flights.
Nonstop flights from Dubai International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport take approximately 2h 45m to 4h 30m. The route covers 1,858 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Emirates and flydubai.
There are approximately 35 nonstop flights per week from DXB to KTM. The return direction has about 40 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BLR, AUH, BOM, DEL, KMG, HKG, DAC, DOH, SIN, CAN, KUL and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kathmandu is 1.75 hours ahead of Dubai.
Yes, return flights from KTM to DXB are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SHJ and AUH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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 DXB to KTM

Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates and flydubai. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

DXB to KTM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DXB to KTM ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,858 miles (2,990 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 40 return, totaling 75 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via BLR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sharjah (SHJ) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).