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Cheapest return flight
R15 770
Typical prices: R14 104-R17 811
Qatar Airways, Emirates
Mon 3/12Mon 17/12
JNB - KTM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 486
Typical prices: R7 140-R9 471
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/2
JNB - KTM • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Kathmandu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 19% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R15 421 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 16h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Kathmandu (JNB-KTM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Kathmandu

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 17
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13:45 - 17:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
24h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:40 - 20:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 770Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 17
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13:45 - 17:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
24h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:40 - 20:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 435Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 5
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10:10 - 18:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
28h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
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9:20 - 10:25KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 785Emirates
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 5
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10:10 - 18:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
28h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
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9:20 - 10:25KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 801Emirates
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Feb 5
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18:50 - 18:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
20h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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9:20 - 20:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
R17 217Emirates
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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20:20 - 17:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:40 - 10:25KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R18 215Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Jan 8
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20:20 - 17:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:35 - 3:55KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 881Qatar Airways
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 17
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9:25 - 9:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
20h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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19:40 - 20:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R19 163Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Jan 10
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 17:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:00 - 8:40KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R19 696Qatar Airways
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 5
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15:05 - 17:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
22h 55m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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17:30 - 15:35KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R24 354Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu at R12 510 return.
•October (R18 698) and December (R17 051) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R7 486
Beat the crowds with an average 77% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Kathmandu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu takes 00m, covering 13 750 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu range from R14 104 to R17 811, with an average of R15 485 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 104 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the R15 485 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 R15 770 to R39 674. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 116, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 83% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 1% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R14 356 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R18 348, a difference of R3 992.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 19m, compared to 19h 13m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 22h 41m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Kathmandu?

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

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average R14 356, which is about R3 992 less than Saturday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Kathmandu trip for February. Fares historically average R12 510 return in that month – typically R6 188 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport.

    • The Dwarika's
    • Hotel Tibet International

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