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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu from $556

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — KTM
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Kathmandu Tribhuvan are usually found in August or May, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Kathmandu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Kathmandu (KTM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,152

One-way from

$556

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,310
2/4-9/4
  • 2/4-9/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Kathmandu
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Batik Air
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  • 20/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Kathmandu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($372 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Sun 1/610:00MEL - KTM
2 stops30h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 15/613:15KTM - MEL
1 stop21h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,151
Wed 2/407:00MEL - KTM
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/414:55KTM - MEL
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,152
Mon 4/807:00MEL - KTM
2 stops34h 10mBatik Air
Mon 25/817:05KTM - MEL
1 stop29h 55mBatik Air
Deal found 19/2$1,160
Thu 6/320:30MEL - KTM
1 stop23h 30mAir India
Fri 14/315:45KTM - MEL
1 stop21h 40mAir India
Deal found 19/2$1,163
Wed 1/1013:25MEL - KTM
1 stop37h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 16/1123:30KTM - MEL
1 stop16h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,168
Wed 5/312:00MEL - KTM
2 stops32h 50mChina Eastern
Thu 5/616:35KTM - MEL
3 stops36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/2$1,173
Mon 5/523:30MEL - KTM
1 stop17h 10mThai Airways
Mon 19/500:25KTM - MEL
1 stop15h 20mThai Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,310
Thu 29/514:25MEL - KTM
2 stops36h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 14/623:20KTM - MEL
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/2$1,333
Thu 20/223:30MEL - KTM
1 stop16h 45mChina Southern
Sun 23/312:00KTM - MEL
1 stop16h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 19/2$1,335
Fri 18/420:20MEL - KTM
1 stop18h 35mSichuan Airlines
Sun 27/411:40KTM - MEL
1 stop22h 25mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,417
Tue 23/923:35MEL - KTM
1 stop26h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 22/1023:10KTM - MEL
1 stop31h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/2$1,488
Mon 5/516:40AVV - KTM
3 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/523:30KTM - AVV
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,521

Find flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

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MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

10:00-12:15

2 stops30h 30m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 15/6

13:15-14:40

1 stop21h 10m

$1,151

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

07:00-09:05

2 stops31h 20m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 9/4

14:55-20:20

2 stops25h 10m

$1,152

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Mon 4/8

07:00-12:55

2 stops34h 10m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Mon 25/8

17:05-03:15

1 stop29h 55m

$1,160

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

20:30-14:45

1 stop23h 30m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 14/3

15:45-18:40

1 stop21h 40m

$1,163

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

12:00-15:35

2 stops32h 50m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 5/6

16:35-09:00

3 stops36h 10m

$1,173

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Thu 22/5

23:30-12:00

1 stop16h 45m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 15/6

23:30-19:15

1 stop15h 30m

$1,193

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Thu 26/6

20:20-10:40

1 stop18h 35m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 30/7

11:40-14:20

1 stop22h 25m

$1,272

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

23:30-12:25

1 stop17h 10m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 27/8

00:25-20:00

1 stop15h 20m

$1,330

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

14:25-22:10

2 stops36h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 14/6

23:20-05:55

1 stop26h 20m

$1,332

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Mon 30/6

21:30-21:45

1 stop28h 30m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 10/8

23:00-20:35

1 stop17h 20m

$1,377

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu, you should look to book at least 11 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu (average of $706). Flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,220). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to KTM?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Kathmandu in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on 8 September 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Kathmandu flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Kathmandu by month

Plan your trip to Kathmandu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kathmandu ranges from 0.0 - 370.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 370.0 mm. November is typically the driest time to visit Kathmandu when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Kathmandu by month

Plan your trip to Kathmandu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kathmandu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kathmandu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kathmandu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kathmandu. Reviews last updated 20 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways from Melbourne to Kathmandu by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,301 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
318 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
266 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,July 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kathmandu from Melbourne?

    Located just 4.1 km from the city centre, Kathmandu Tribhuvan is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Kathmandu from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Tribhuvan (KTM) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 12 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air India ($1,163), China Eastern ($1,173), and SriLankan Airlines ($1,231) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Users have found that Air India is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Kathmandu one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Batik Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $556. Thai Airways flights start at $671 while deals on China Eastern start at $696 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

    Melbourne to Kathmandu flights have a stopover in Bangkok most often. Bangkok is followed by Kuala Lumpur in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Chengdu sees the third most stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Bangkok?

    Pratunam, Patpong Night Market, and Thailand Cultural Center are currently the most popular points of interest in Bangkok at the moment. Pratunam, Patpong Night Market, and Thailand Cultural Center can be visited by traveling about 23.8 km, 24.0 km, and 21.1 km respectively from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. Those on a stopover in Bangkok in need of a car hire can book one at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi for about $48.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia can be visited by travelling about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those landing in Kuala Lumpur looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $61 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Kathmandu flights?

    Flights departing from Melbourne and landing in Kathmandu stopover in Denpasar least frequently. Colombo sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Kunming comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Melbourne to Kathmandu flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Kathmandu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Kathmandu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu (average of $706). Flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,220). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Air IndiaCheapest$886Average$1,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$991Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$993Average$1,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$993Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,030Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,032Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,047Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,105Average$1,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,162Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,191Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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