Chengdu (Jianyang) to Kathmandu (TFU–KTM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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9:05 AM
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10:15 AM
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Chengdu (Jianyang) to Kathmandu
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,166 mi 3h 35m nonstop -2.25h behind 12 1-stop hubs

TFU–KTM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 1,166 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop TFU–KTM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
3U Sichuan Airlines 7 320 4h20 – – –
CA Air China 7 319 3h35 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
319 Airbus A319 – CA
320 Airbus A320 – 3U
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 3U (7 flights/wk, 50%)
Star Alliance: CA (7 flights/wk, 50%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, TFU 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
0
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for TFU to KTM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~34h
Longest
BOM ~9h 50m HKG ~11h 47m DMK ~13h 27m SIN ~14h 15m LXA ~16h 27m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
597
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2.25h
Kathmandu is 2.25 hours behind Chengdu (Jianyang).
TFU: CST · KTM: +0545

When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Jianyang), it's 3.75:00 PM in Kathmandu.
Distance & Flight Time
1,166 mi / 1,876 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 35m to 4h 20m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders receive a gratis (free) tourist visa on arrival in Nepal for up to 150 days per calendar year. The visa can be obtained at Tribhuvan International Airport or any authorized land border crossing. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival. An online application can be completed in advance at Nepal's Department of Immigration portal to speed up processing at the border.

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

Metro Line 18 is the fastest and cheapest way out. The express service skips intermediate stops and reaches TFU from Chengdu South Railway Station in 35 minutes (CNY 10). The all-stop service takes 50 minutes for the same fare. From Tianfu Square, expect a transfer and a total of about CNY 30. Trains run from 6:00 to 23:00.

Airport buses cover five routes including Chunxi Road (Line 1), Jinsha Bus Hub (Line 2), and Chengdu East Railway Station (Line 4). Day fare is a flat CNY 15; night service (23:30 to 6:00) costs CNY 25. Lines 1, 2, and 3 run 24 hours. Taxis from Tianfu Square cost CNY 180-260 during the day and take 45-60 minutes via the expressway. DiDi ride-hail runs CNY 90-130 from pickup lanes on the east side of the arrivals hall.

Facts

TFU–KTM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chengdu (Jianyang) to Kathmandu route.
Route details
Distance1,166 mi / 1,876 km
Flight time3h 35m to 4h 20m
Time difference-2.25 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: TFU
Full nameChengdu Tianfu International Airport
IATA / ICAOTFU / ZUTF
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr54.9M
Elevation1,440 ft / 439 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 TFU to KTM flights.
Nonstop flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport take approximately 3h 35m to 4h 20m. The route covers 1,166 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Sichuan Airlines and Air China.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from TFU to KTM.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BOM, HKG, DMK, SIN, LXA, DEL, DOH, CAN, KMG, DXB, KUL and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kathmandu is 2.25 hours behind Chengdu (Jianyang).
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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 TFU to KTM

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines and Air China. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

TFU to KTM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from TFU to KTM ranges from 3 hours 35 minutes to 4 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,166 miles (1,876 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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