Nepal → Nepal
How long is the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla?
84 miles
- From
KTMKathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport
Departure 17:29 · Asia/Kathmandu
- To
LUALukla
Lukla Airport
Arrival 18:08 · Asia/Kathmandu
Route Details
The flight from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu to Lukla Airport (LUA) in Lukla covers a distance of approximately 135 kilometers (84 miles).
Direct flights typically take around 39 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.
Time Zone Information
- Departure Time Zone
- Asia/Kathmandu
- Arrival Time Zone
- Asia/Kathmandu
Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Kathmandu to Lukla?
A direct flight from Kathmandu to Lukla takes around 39 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.
What is the distance from Kathmandu to Lukla?
The distance from Kathmandu to Lukla is about 135 kilometers (84 miles) as the crow flies.
Is there a direct flight from Kathmandu to Lukla?
Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 39 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.