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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
R18 904
Typical prices: R15 656-R18 890
Turkish Airlines
Sun 18/11Sun 25/11
CPT - KTM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 618
Typical prices: R7 438-R9 375
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/2
CPT - KTM • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Kathmandu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R17 037 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 18h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu (CPT-KTM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Kathmandu

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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17:15 - 11:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
38h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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12:45 - 12:05KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R18 904Turkish Airlines
11 hours ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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14:00 - 11:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
41h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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12:45 - 12:05KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R20 143Turkish Airlines
11 hours ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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12:35 - 16:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
23h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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17:30 - 10:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R20 804Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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12:35 - 16:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
23h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:45 - 13:35KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R21 234Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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15:10 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
23h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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12:30 - 13:00KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Addis Ababa Bole
R22 721Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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20:00 - 16:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
40h 25m3 stops Dubai Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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14:45 - 11:35KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Dubai Intl
R22 787Multiple Airlines
11 hours ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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15:10 - 18:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
23h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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12:30 - 13:00KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Addis Ababa Bole
R22 870Multiple Airlines
11 hours ago
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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12:35 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
30h 35m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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14:45 - 10:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 30m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R24 241Multiple Airlines
11 hours ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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5:45 - 7:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
21h 45m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Dammam King Fahad Intl
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23:45 - 14:10KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 10m2 stops Sharjah Addis Ababa Bole
R31 165Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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15:10 - 21:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
26h 50m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi Kuala Lumpur Intl
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13:00 - 14:10KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 55m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
R54 877Malaysia Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Kathmandu flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Kathmandu?

Return flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu typically range from R15 656 to R18 890. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R18 904 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Kathmandu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Kathmandu. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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Key details for Cape Town to Kathmandu flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R7 618
Beat the crowds with an average 84% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Kathmandu

When to book flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Kathmandu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Kathmandu flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Kathmandu?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Kathmandu takes 00m, covering 15 787 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Kathmandu?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Kathmandu flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu range from R15 656 to R18 890, with an average of R17 336 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 656 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Kathmandu changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R18 904 to R54 877. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Kathmandu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Kathmandu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R12 651, which is 51% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Kathmandu?

    Flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 84% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Cape Town to Kathmandu. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R16 012 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R18 557, a difference of R2 545.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Kathmandu?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 49m, compared to 22h 25m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 34h 20m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Kathmandu?

    Kathmandu is 3 hours ahead of Cape Town (Nepal Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Kathmandu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average R16 012, about R2 545 less than Wednesday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Kathmandu trip for January. Fares historically average R14 293 return in that month – typically R7 006 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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