Singapore to Kathmandu (SIN–KTM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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GA Garuda Indonesia
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Singapore to Kathmandu
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 2,199 mi 5h 10m nonstop -2.25h behind 14 1-stop hubs

SIN–KTM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Garuda Indonesia leads the route. The flight covers 2,199 miles in approximately 5h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop SIN–KTM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
GA Garuda Indonesia 7 7M8 5h10 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – GA
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: GA (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, SIN to KTM direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SIN to KTM.
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One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
TFU ~13h 3m DAC ~14h 10m AUH ~15h 45m HKG ~16h 32m KUL ~19h 0m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
816
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Kathmandu from Singapore

Nearby airports with service to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Metric SIN→KTM KUL→KTM
Distance from SIN – 185 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 7 10
Flight time 5h 10m 4h 45m
Sepang (KUL) to Kathmandu flights
Airports within 200 miles of SIN with service to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2.25h
Kathmandu is 2.25 hours behind Singapore.
SIN: +08 · KTM: +0545

When it's 6:00 PM in Singapore, it's 3.75:00 PM in Kathmandu.
Distance & Flight Time
2,199 mi / 3,538 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 10m.
Visa & Entry

Singaporean passport holders receive a visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Options are 15 days (USD 30), 30 days (USD 50), or 90 days (USD 125). Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least one blank page. A passport-sized photo is required. Payment in cash (USD) is easiest at the counter.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to SIN

MRT East West Line (Changi Airport branch) connects the airport to the city in 30–45 minutes from City Hall or Raffles Place (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link). Trains run from 5:31am to 11:18pm (T1/T2/T3). Terminal 4 is served by a dedicated shuttle bus from T2.Taxis from Orchard Road cost S$20–35 and take 20–30 minutes. Grab is widely used and slightly cheaper. Airport surcharges apply for taxis departing from the city to the airport (S$3–5 depending on peak hours). The trip is short; Singapore's island geography keeps distances manageable.

Facts

SIN–KTM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Singapore to Kathmandu route.
Route details
Distance2,199 mi / 3,538 km
Flight time5h 10m
Time difference-2.25 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: SIN
Full nameSingapore Changi Airport
IATA / ICAOSIN / WSSS
TimezoneAsia/Singapore
Passengers/yr67.7M
Elevation22 ft / 7 m
Destination: KTM
Full nameTribhuvan International Airport
IATA / ICAOKTM / VNKT
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation4,390 ft / 1,338 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SIN to KTM flights.
Nonstop flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport take approximately 5h 10m. The route covers 2,199 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Garuda Indonesia.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from SIN to KTM. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TFU, DAC, AUH, HKG, KUL, BLR, CAN, DEL, ICN, BOM, DMK, DXB, DOH and KMG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kathmandu is 2.25 hours behind Singapore.
Yes, return flights from KTM to SIN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include KUL. 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.
Block time is about 5 hours 30 minutes on the 3,800 km sector. The flight crosses the Bay of Bengal and northeastern India before approaching the Himalayan foothills. The approach into Kathmandu's Tribhuvan Airport threads between mountain ridges. Clear weather approaches offer views of the Himalayan range including Everest.
Nepal Airlines and Himalaya Airlines have operated nonstop service. Singapore Airlines has offered seasonal flights. More commonly, the route is served one-stop via Bangkok (Thai Airways, Thai AirAsia), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia Airlines), or Delhi (IndiGo, Air India). Nonstop availability changes by season.
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) has a single runway and can be congested during peak hours. The international terminal is basic compared to regional standards. Immigration queues can be long, especially for trekking season arrivals in October. Visa on arrival is available for most nationalities for USD 30 (15 days) or USD 50 (30 days). Taxis to Thamel take 30 to 60 minutes depending on Kathmandu's traffic.
October and November are the primary trekking season with clear skies and dry weather. March and April are the secondary peak before the monsoon. The monsoon runs June to September. Flights fill quickly in October, and fares rise. Booking 2 to 3 months ahead for October travel is common. Winter (December to February) is cold at altitude but clearer for mountain views.
Singaporean passport holders need a visa for Nepal. Visa on arrival is available at Tribhuvan Airport. The fee is USD 30 for 15 days or USD 50 for 30 days. Bring a passport photo and USD cash. The visa on arrival queue can take 30 to 60 minutes during peak arrivals. Pre-applying online at Nepal's immigration website can speed up processing.

Singapore to Kathmandu

SIN-KTM covers 3,800 km in about 5 hours 30 minutes when nonstop service is available. Nepal Airlines and Himalaya Airlines have operated direct flights. One-stop connections through Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, or Delhi are more frequent and often cheaper. Kathmandu is the gateway to the Himalayas, Everest Base Camp treks, and Nepal's cultural heritage. The route sees peak demand in October and November during the primary trekking season.

Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu has a single runway and can get congested. Immigration queues are long during peak arrivals, so allow extra time. Singapore serves as a natural connecting hub for travelers from Southeast Asia and Australia heading to Nepal. The approach into Kathmandu is one of the more scenic airport arrivals in the world, with Himalayan peaks visible on clear days from the right side of the aircraft.