Short answer: A Kathmandu to Delhi flight is a nonstop hop of about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, flown by Air India, IndiGo and Nepal Airlines from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). All three land at Delhi's Terminal 3, the airport's international terminal. Between them they operate several flights a day, so most travellers can choose a morning, afternoon or evening departure. Delhi runs 15 minutes behind Nepal, and the Airport Express metro links Terminal 3 with central New Delhi in roughly 15 to 20 minutes. Fares move with the festival calendar, so we include a season by season typical range table further down (a guide, not a quote).
Kathmandu to Delhi is one of Nepal's busiest international air routes. Students heading to Indian universities, patients travelling for treatment, pilgrims bound for Haridwar, Varanasi or the Char Dham, families visiting relatives, and travellers connecting onward to the Gulf, Europe or North America all share the same few daily departures. This guide covers who flies the route, how long it takes, which terminal you will use, what to know about ID and transit, how to reach the city, and when the route gets crowded. For the bigger picture of where you can fly nonstop from Nepal, see our guide to direct flights from Kathmandu.
| Kathmandu to Delhi at a glance | Details |
|---|---|
| Departure airport | Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu (KTM) |
| Arrival airport | Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (DEL) |
| Nonstop airlines | Air India, IndiGo, Nepal Airlines |
| Scheduled flight time | About 1 h 30 min to 2 h (KAYAK lists an average of 1 h 56 min) |
| Distance | About 810 to 820 km (Air India lists 820 km) |
| Delhi terminal | Terminal 3 for international flights |
| Time difference | India is 15 minutes behind Nepal |
| City link | Airport Express metro line from Terminal 3; taxis and app cabs |
| Checked | Checked: 27 Oct 2026, Air India route page, KAYAK route data, CAAN schedule filings |
Which airlines fly from Kathmandu to Delhi?
Three airlines fly nonstop from Kathmandu to Delhi: Air India, IndiGo and Nepal Airlines. Air India and IndiGo each run several flights a day, while Nepal Airlines, the national carrier of Nepal, flies the route daily with extra rotations on some days of the week. That makes Delhi one of the most frequent international connections from Kathmandu.
Frequencies change with the season, aircraft availability and fuel costs, so treat the numbers below as a snapshot. Air India, for example, cut its Delhi to Kathmandu service from 42 flights a week to 28 in June 2026 and then to 21 a week in July and August, before saying it expected most reduced international services to return from 1 September. Schedule sites still disagree slightly on the current weekly total, which is normal at the start of the winter schedule in late October.
| Airline | Typical frequency (snapshot) | Example flight numbers seen in schedules | Delhi terminal | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air India | Several a day; Air India's route page shows 3 a day and says frequency varies; KAYAK lists 42 a week | AI 214 (first of the day), AI 212 (last of the day) | Terminal 3 | Checked: 27 Oct 2026, airindia.com route page, KAYAK |
| IndiGo | About 4 a day (KAYAK lists 28 a week) | 6E 1152, 6E 1254, 6E 1156, 6E 1162 | Terminal 3 (all IndiGo international flights) | Checked: 27 Oct 2026, KAYAK, schedule listing for 11 Oct 2026 |
| Nepal Airlines | Daily, plus an extra flight on some days (about 10 a week) | RA 217 (daily), RA 205 (selected days) | Terminal 3 | Checked: 27 Oct 2026, CAAN summer 2026 filing (valid to 24 Oct 2026; confirm the winter schedule with Nepal Airlines), KAYAK |
Across all three carriers, schedule data puts the route at roughly 50 to 80 nonstop departures a week depending on the source and the season. Momondo counted 52 a week for October 2026, while KAYAK's airline totals add up to about 80. The practical takeaway is simple: on most days you have a choice of morning, afternoon and evening flights, but the most convenient times sell out first around festivals.
Airlines you may read about that do not fly the route now
Older blogs and booking screens sometimes mention other carriers. Vistara no longer flies under its own name after merging into Air India in 2024, so those flights now appear as Air India. We found no current Kathmandu to Delhi schedule for Himalaya Airlines, whose network focuses on the Gulf, China, Dhaka and Kuala Lumpur, or for Buddha Air, whose booking site lists Varanasi and Kolkata, but not Delhi, among its Indian destinations. If a booking site shows a one-stop itinerary to Delhi through Colombo or another city, it is almost always slower and rarely worth it on a route this short.
Full-service or low-cost: what changes on board
The three airlines package the flight differently, and that matters more than the 10 or 15 minutes of difference in block time.
| What to compare | Air India | IndiGo | Nepal Airlines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airline type | Full-service, with economy, premium economy and business fares on many flights | Low-cost; extras such as meals and seat selection are usually paid add-ons | National carrier of Nepal, full-service style |
| Checked baggage | Economy Value and Classic list 20 kg, Economy Flex 30 kg, plus 7 kg cabin bag | Depends on the fare type you buy; check the fare rules | Depends on the fare; check the ticket |
| Aircraft | Varies by flight; shown when you book | Airbus A320 family | Airbus A320, with A330 wide-body on some rotations |
| Onward connections | Large network from Delhi across India and to Europe, North America and Asia | Large domestic network and many international routes from Delhi | Point to point; onward travel needs a separate ticket |
| Checked | Checked: 27 Oct 2026, airindia.com route page (baggage), CAAN schedule filings (aircraft) | ||
Families travelling with elderly parents often prefer a fare with a meal and a generous bag allowance, while students and solo travellers on a tight budget tend to pick the cheapest basic fare and add a bag only if they need one. Whichever you choose, read the fare rules for baggage and change fees before you pay. If this is your first time on a plane, our first time flight tips walk through check-in, security and boarding step by step.
How long is the flight from Kathmandu to Delhi?
The Kathmandu to Delhi flight is scheduled at about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours gate to gate, and the time in the air is shorter still. KAYAK lists an average nonstop duration of 1 hour 56 minutes, momondo shows nonstop times from 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes, and Air India's route page gives 1 hour 45 minutes.
| Measure | Typical figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled block time, KTM to DEL | About 1 h 30 min to 2 h | Airline schedules and KAYAK, checked 27 Oct 2026 |
| Average nonstop duration | 1 h 56 min | KAYAK, checked 27 Oct 2026 |
| Air India stated duration | 1 h 45 min | airindia.com route page, checked 27 Oct 2026 |
| Distance | About 810 to 820 km | Air India (820 km), KAYAK (506 miles) |
| Return, DEL to KTM | Similar block time; the clock jumps forward 15 minutes on arrival in Nepal | Airline schedules |
Remember that the clock change makes the flight look shorter than it is. Leave Kathmandu at 14:05 Nepal time, fly for about 1 hour 55 minutes, and you land in Delhi at about 15:45 India time. On the way back, the opposite happens: the arrival time in Kathmandu looks later than the flight length suggests.
What adds time on the day
The flight is short, but the whole journey usually is not. Plan for about three hours at Tribhuvan before departure, as the airport itself advises, and closer to four in the Dashain and Tihar rush. Winter morning fog can delay arrivals into both Kathmandu and Delhi, and that knocks on to later departures. After landing, allow time for immigration, baggage and the drive or metro ride into the city. A realistic door to door time from a Kathmandu home to a Delhi hotel is often six to seven hours, even though you are in the air for under two. Our step by step guide to the Kathmandu airport international departure process explains each counter at TIA.
Which side of the plane has mountain views?
Sit on the right-hand side of the aircraft when you fly from Kathmandu to Delhi. The route runs west along the Himalaya, which lies to the north, so the snow peaks appear on the right. On the A320 family jets used by most flights, that means a window seat lettered F. On the return from Delhi to Kathmandu, the mountains are on the left, so ask for an A window seat.
Views are never guaranteed. They are best on clear mornings from October to early December and in spring after rain clears the haze, and they are usually hidden by cloud during the monsoon from June to September. Choose a seat ahead of the wing for a clear line of sight, and keep your phone charged before boarding rather than relying on in-seat power.
Which Delhi airport terminal will you use?
All Kathmandu to Delhi flights arrive at Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport, because Terminal 3 handles Delhi's international flights. Terminals 1 and 2 are domestic terminals. This matters most for IndiGo passengers, because IndiGo uses all three Delhi terminals for domestic flights, but its international flights, including Kathmandu, use Terminal 3.
| Airline | Kathmandu flights at Delhi | Same airline's domestic flights at Delhi | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air India | Terminal 3 | Terminal 3 | Checked: 27 Oct 2026, airindia.com route page |
| IndiGo | Terminal 3 (all international flights) | Terminal 1, 2 or 3 depending on flight number and day | Checked: 27 Oct 2026, IndiGo terminal split from 26 Oct 2025 |
| Nepal Airlines | Terminal 3 | Not applicable | Checked: 27 Oct 2026, Delhi airport international terminal |
Always confirm the terminal on your boarding pass, the airline app or the departure board on the day. Terminal assignments at Delhi have changed several times in recent years as terminals were renovated, and they may change again. Also make sure your ticket shows the airport code DEL, so there is no confusion with any other airport in the wider Delhi region.
What happens when you land at Terminal 3
After landing, follow the signs for Arrivals. You pass through Indian immigration with the ID document you travelled on, collect your bags from the belt shown on the screen for your flight number, and then pass customs. Green channel is for passengers with nothing to declare, red channel for anyone carrying goods above the allowance or items that must be declared. The arrivals hall has currency exchange counters, ATMs, prepaid taxi desks, app cab pick-up points and the entrance to the Airport Express metro station.
Moving between Delhi terminals
If you connect to a domestic flight that leaves from Terminal 1 or 2, you will need to change terminals. Delhi airport describes a shuttle bus every 20 minutes, around the clock, linking the terminals, free for connecting passengers. Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 are about 1.3 km apart and can be walked in under 20 minutes, while Terminal 1 is a ride away. The airport advises adding a buffer of 20 to 30 minutes for transfers involving Terminal 1 (Checked: 27 Oct 2026, newdelhiairport.in inter-terminal page).
| Transfer | Option | Frequency and time | Planning tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terminal 3 to Terminal 1 | Airport shuttle bus | Every 20 minutes, 24 hours; about 20 to 25 minutes | Add 20 to 30 minutes of buffer |
| Terminal 3 to Terminal 2 | Walk, shuttle or cab | Walk under 20 minutes; shuttle or cab about 5 to 10 minutes | Buggies help elderly, pregnant and less mobile passengers |
| Any terminal | Prepaid taxi or app cab | Around the clock | Useful with heavy bags or late at night |
Which ID do you need to fly to Delhi?
Nepali citizens travelling from Nepal to India, by land or air, need no passport and no Indian visa, according to India's Bureau of Immigration, but they must carry a government-issued document that proves Nepali nationality. For flights, the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi names two: a valid Nepali passport or a Nepali citizenship certificate. Airlines apply their own lists at check-in, and IndiGo's travel documents page lists only a passport or voter ID for Nepali adults, so if you plan to fly IndiGo with a citizenship certificate alone, ask the airline before you book. A passport is required whenever India is part of a trip to or from a third country (Checked: 27 Oct 2026, boi.gov.in, in.nepalembassy.gov.np, goindigo.in). Travellers of every other nationality need the Indian visa that matches their passport and purpose, so check our India visa guidance and the official Indian government visa site before you book.
Two practical points from the airport counter. First, carry exactly the document you used to book, because the name on your ticket must match it. Second, if Delhi is only the first stop on a longer journey abroad, a citizenship certificate is not enough for the onward country; you will need your passport, which we cover in the next section.
What should you know when connecting through Delhi to another country?
Delhi is a natural connecting point for travellers from Nepal because it has the shortest first leg of any big hub and onward flights to the Gulf, Europe, North America and the rest of Asia. How smooth the connection is depends mainly on one thing: whether both flights are on one ticket with your bag checked through, or on two separate tickets.
| Point | One ticket, bag checked through | Two separate tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Bags | Usually tagged to your final destination | You collect them in Delhi and check in again |
| Immigration in Delhi | Usually not needed if you stay in the international transfer area | Needed, because you leave the airport side and re-enter |
| Missed connection | The airline normally rebooks you | Your problem; the second airline may treat you as a no-show |
| Time to allow | The airline's own minimum connection is accepted | Our rule of thumb is at least four to five hours, longer in winter fog season |
| Who it suits | Most travellers, especially families and first-time flyers | Experienced travellers who accept the risk |
Transit rules for Nepali passport holders
Nepali citizens do not need an Indian visa, so you can clear immigration in Delhi if a separate ticket forces you to collect bags. When you leave India for a third country, carry your Nepali passport with any visa the destination country needs. There is one extra requirement many travellers miss: the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi says a No Objection Certificate (NOC) is required for Nepali nationals travelling through Indian airports to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Bahrain, Iraq, Libya and Lebanon. If your trip touches any of those countries through Delhi, confirm with the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi before you book (Checked: 27 Oct 2026, in.nepalembassy.gov.np consular FAQ).
Transit rules for other passports
Travellers who are not Nepali or Indian citizens are usually treated as being in direct transit, with no Indian visa needed, only if they stay within the airport's international transfer area on a through ticket. If you must collect bags, change to a domestic flight, or leave the airport, you need an Indian visa, such as a transit visa or an e-Visa, depending on your nationality. Rules differ by passport, so check the official site for your passport and our visa team's India page before booking a connection through Delhi.
Connecting to a domestic Indian flight
If you continue from Delhi to another Indian city such as Goa, Varanasi or Mumbai, Delhi is your first point of entry. You usually clear immigration and customs there, collect your bags, and check them in again for the domestic flight, which may leave from Terminal 1, 2 or 3. Our guide to getting around India compares domestic flights with trains for the onward leg, and pilgrims heading north can read our Char Dham Yatra guide for the Uttarakhand side of the journey.
How do you get from Delhi airport to the city?
The quickest way into central New Delhi from Terminal 3 is the Airport Express metro line, which takes about 15 to 20 minutes to New Delhi station. Prepaid taxis and app cabs are the easiest choice with heavy luggage, elderly parents or small children, and outside peak traffic they reach central Delhi in under an hour.
| Option | Where to find it | Typical time to central Delhi | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Express metro | IGI Airport station, linked to Terminal 3 | About 15 to 20 minutes to New Delhi station | Light luggage, daytime arrivals, avoiding road traffic |
| Prepaid taxi | Desks in the Terminal 3 arrivals hall | Usually under an hour outside rush hour | Families, late arrivals, first-time visitors |
| App cab | Signed pick-up zones outside arrivals | Usually under an hour outside rush hour | Travellers with an Indian SIM or roaming data |
| Hotel or relative pick-up | Meeting point outside arrivals | Depends on traffic | Elderly travellers and patients |
Airport Express metro: what to know
Yes, the Delhi Airport Express metro is running. The line, operated by Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, links New Delhi station with Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi Aerocity, IGI Airport (at Terminal 3, a short walk from Terminal 2), Dwarka Sector 21 and Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25. Trains run at up to 120 km per hour, roughly every 10 minutes at peak times and every 15 minutes off-peak, from about 5 am to roughly 11:30 pm from New Delhi. Published first and last train times differ between sources (from 4:45 to 5:00 am for the first train and 11:15 to 11:40 pm for the last), so check the Delhi Metro website if you land late (Checked: 27 Oct 2026, DMRC and line timetables).
At New Delhi station you can change to the Yellow Line for Connaught Place, Chandni Chowk and Old Delhi, and the station sits beside New Delhi railway station, useful if you are taking a train to Agra, Haridwar or Varanasi. Terminal 1 has its own station on the Magenta Line. If you plan to see Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, our guide to the Golden Triangle of India explains how the three cities link by road and rail.
Arriving late at night
Many Kathmandu flights land in the evening. After about 11 pm the metro may have stopped, so a prepaid taxi from the official desk inside the terminal is the safer default. Agree the destination clearly, keep the printed slip, and share your trip details with family. If someone is collecting you, agree a meeting pillar number in advance, because the arrivals area is large and crowded.
What is the time difference between Nepal and India?
Nepal is 15 minutes ahead of India. Nepal Standard Time is UTC+5:45 and India Standard Time is UTC+5:30, and neither country uses daylight saving time, so the gap stays at 15 minutes all year.
| Time in Kathmandu (NPT) | Time in Delhi (IST) |
|---|---|
| 06:00 | 05:45 |
| 12:00 | 11:45 |
| 18:00 | 17:45 |
| 23:30 | 23:15 |
The 15 minutes matter more than they seem. Flight times on tickets are always local, so a departure from Delhi shown as 17:00 is 17:15 in Kathmandu. Set your phone to update automatically, and when you arrange a pick-up or a hospital appointment in Delhi, confirm whether the time is in Nepal or India time.
When is this route busiest?
The Kathmandu to Delhi route is busiest around Dashain, Tihar and Chhath in October and November, over the Christmas and New Year holidays, and in April and May, when Nepali New Year and Indian summer holidays overlap. KAYAK's price data marks October as high season and June as low season, with April and May the dearest months and January the cheapest.
| Period | Why it is busy or quiet | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Dashain and Tihar (October to mid November) | Nepali families and workers travel home and back; Diwali travel in India at the same time | Book early; arrive at TIA about four hours ahead |
| Chhath (just after Tihar) | Heavy family travel between Nepal's Terai, Bihar and Delhi | Expect full flights on the days either side |
| Christmas and New Year (late December to early January) | Holiday travel and the cool, dry sightseeing season in north India | Allow for winter fog delays at Delhi |
| April and May | Nepali New Year, school holidays, pilgrimage season to the Himalayan shrines | The dearest months on this route; book early |
| July and August | Student intakes and new academic years | Students should book once admission dates are firm |
| June to September (monsoon) | Fewer holidaymakers; KAYAK lists June as low season | Good for flexible travellers; keep a buffer for weather delays |
If you are planning a holiday over the festival break, our article on Dashain and Tihar holidays abroad explains booking windows, and our best time to visit India guide matches each Indian region to its season. North Indian sightseeing in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur is most comfortable from November to February.
Who flies this route, and what each group should plan for
- Students: book once your admission and reporting dates are firm, and check the baggage allowance carefully, because a year's luggage often exceeds a basic fare.
- Patients and carers: request wheelchair assistance through the airline when you book, carry medical reports in your hand luggage, and choose a fare that allows date changes in case appointments move.
- Pilgrims: Delhi is the usual gateway for Haridwar, Rishikesh and the Char Dham, and for Varanasi by train; see our guide to things to do in Varanasi.
- Elderly parents travelling alone: a full-service fare with a meal and assistance is often worth it; keep their ID, ticket and a contact number in one pouch.
- Vegetarian travellers: vegetarian food is easy to find in Delhi and on Indian carriers, but on a low-cost fare meals are usually pre-ordered and paid.
- Transit passengers: one ticket with bags checked through is safer than two, as explained above.
How much does a Kathmandu to Delhi flight cost by season?
Economy fares on this route typically fall between about NPR 15,000 and 24,000 one way and about NPR 22,000 and 41,000 return, depending on season, airline and how early you book. The table below shows typical ranges by season; it is a planning guide only, not a quote, and real fares on festival dates can sit above it.
| Season (travel month) | Typical one way economy (NPR) | Typical return economy (NPR) | Label, checked date and source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak: Dashain, Tihar and Chhath (October to mid November) | 18,000 to 24,000; festival dates often above this range | 30,000 to 41,000 | Typical range, not a quote. Checked: 27 Oct 2026, KAYAK and momondo route data |
| Peak: Christmas and New Year holidays (late December to January) | 15,000 to 22,000; late December dates often higher | 22,000 to 33,000 (January is the cheapest month) | Typical range, not a quote. Checked: 27 Oct 2026, KAYAK route data |
| Peak: April and May (Nepali New Year, school holidays) | 18,000 to 24,000 | 33,000 to 41,000 (the dearest months) | Typical range, not a quote. Checked: 27 Oct 2026, KAYAK and momondo route data |
| Shoulder (February to March, late November to mid December) | 15,000 to 22,000 | 24,000 to 33,000 | Typical range, not a quote. Checked: 27 Oct 2026, KAYAK route data |
| Off-peak: monsoon (June to September) | 15,000 to 20,000 | 24,000 to 30,000 | Typical range, not a quote. Checked: 27 Oct 2026, KAYAK route data |
How we built this table: KAYAK showed a typical one way range of USD 99 to 154 and a typical return range of USD 155 to 213, with January the cheapest month (median return about USD 141) and April and May the dearest (about USD 239 and 232). Momondo showed typical return fares of USD 168 to 266. We converted these at the Nepal Rastra Bank reference rate used in our route hub (8 Oct 2026) and rounded to the nearest NPR 1,000. The season split is Gomayu's judgement from that data, not the sites' own. Checked: 27 Oct 2026.
What moves the fare up or down
- Booking window: fares for festival weeks rise as seats sell; booking several weeks ahead usually helps more than waiting for a sale.
- Day and time: fares differ by day of the week and time of departure, so compare a few dates and flights before you pay.
- Fare type: a basic low-cost fare without a checked bag can look cheaper than it ends up once you add luggage and a seat.
- Direction and currency: tickets bought from India may be priced in Indian rupees and can differ from the same flight bought in Nepal.
- One way versus return: on this route two one way tickets are sometimes similar to a return, which gives flexibility if your return date is not fixed.
For a full picture of what a holiday in India costs beyond the flight, our India trip cost guide breaks down hotels, transport and food.
How should you plan a Kathmandu to Delhi trip?
Plan a Kathmandu to Delhi trip in four steps: choose the airline and fare that fits your luggage and flexibility, book early if your dates fall in a festival or holiday peak, carry the right ID for your nationality and any onward country, and decide how you will get from Terminal 3 into the city before you land.
| Step | What to check | When |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Pick the flight | Airline, fare type, baggage allowance, departure time | As soon as dates are firm |
| 2. Check ID and transit | Nepali passport or citizenship certificate for India; passport and any visa or NOC for onward countries; Indian visa for other nationalities | Before you pay for the ticket |
| 3. Prepare for the airport | Online check-in, seat on the right for mountain views, about three hours at TIA (four at festival time) | 24 to 48 hours before departure |
| 4. Arrange the Delhi arrival | Metro or taxi, hotel address, pick-up meeting point, phone connectivity | Before you fly |
| 5. Protect the trip | Travel insurance that covers medical care and delays | When you book |
Insurance is often overlooked on a short regional hop, but it matters for patients and elderly travellers; our guide to travel insurance from Nepal explains what to look for. If you are still deciding where to go, our list of the best destinations for Nepali travellers puts India alongside other easy trips from Kathmandu, and our India travel guide covers seasons, regions, food and safety for a first visit.
Once the flight is sorted, the rest of an India holiday is about choosing a region and pacing it well. If you would rather have hotels, transfers and sightseeing arranged around your flight, browse our India tour packages for routes across the Golden Triangle, Rajasthan, Kerala and the pilgrimage circuits.
Sources and how we checked: airline schedules and baggage from airindia.com; airline schedule filings with the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal; route frequency, duration and fare data from KAYAK and momondo; terminal allocation from Delhi airport and IndiGo's announced terminal split; inter-terminal transfers from newdelhiairport.in; metro details from Delhi Metro Rail Corporation; ID and NOC rules from the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi. Schedules, terminals and rules change, so check your airline and the official sources before you travel. Checked: 27 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a flight from Kathmandu to Delhi?
A Kathmandu to Delhi economy flight typically costs about NPR 15,000 to 24,000 one way and about NPR 22,000 to 41,000 return, depending on season and airline. January is usually cheapest and April and May dearest. These are typical ranges checked on 27 Oct 2026 from KAYAK and momondo data, not a quote.
How many hours is the flight from Kathmandu to Delhi?
The Kathmandu to Delhi flight is scheduled at about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, covering roughly 810 to 820 km. KAYAK lists an average of 1 hour 56 minutes and Air India gives 1 hour 45 minutes. Because Delhi is 15 minutes behind Nepal, local arrival times make the flight look slightly shorter.
Which airlines fly Kathmandu to Delhi?
Air India, IndiGo and Nepal Airlines fly nonstop from Kathmandu to Delhi. Air India and IndiGo run several flights a day and Nepal Airlines flies daily with extra flights on some days. Himalaya Airlines and Buddha Air did not have a Kathmandu to Delhi schedule when we checked on 27 Oct 2026.
Which Delhi terminal does IndiGo use?
IndiGo flights from Kathmandu arrive at Terminal 3 of Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, because IndiGo runs all its international flights from Terminal 3. IndiGo's domestic flights from Delhi can use Terminal 1, 2 or 3 depending on flight number, so check your boarding pass if you are connecting within India.
Can Nepali citizens fly to Delhi without a passport?
Yes. India's Bureau of Immigration says Nepali citizens coming from Nepal need no passport or Indian visa, only a government-issued document proving Nepali nationality, and the Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi names a passport or a citizenship certificate for flights. IndiGo lists only a passport or voter ID for Nepali adults, so check with IndiGo before flying on a citizenship certificate alone. If you continue from Delhi to another country, you need your passport.
Do I need a transit visa in Delhi?
Nepali citizens do not need an Indian visa, even if they collect bags in Delhi, but should check whether an NOC from the Embassy of Nepal applies for Gulf destinations. Other nationalities usually need no visa only when staying airside on a through ticket; collecting bags or leaving the airport requires an Indian visa. Check the official site for your passport.
Which side of the plane has mountain views?
On a Kathmandu to Delhi flight, sit on the right-hand side of the aircraft, usually a window seat lettered F on A320 family jets, because the Himalaya lies to the north as you fly west. Flying back from Delhi to Kathmandu, choose the left side. Views are best on clear mornings from October to early December.
Is the Delhi Airport Express metro running?
Yes, the Delhi Airport Express metro line is running. It links the IGI Airport station at Terminal 3 with New Delhi station in about 15 to 20 minutes, with trains about every 10 minutes at peak times and every 15 minutes otherwise, from about 5 am to roughly 11:30 pm. Published last train times vary, so check DMRC timings if you land late.
How early should I reach Kathmandu airport?
Reach Tribhuvan International Airport about three hours before a Kathmandu to Delhi flight, as the airport advises, and closer to four hours around Dashain, Tihar and school holidays when queues are longer. Your airline sets its own check-in deadline, so read your e-ticket.
What is the time difference between Nepal and India?
Nepal is 15 minutes ahead of India all year. Nepal Standard Time is UTC+5:45 and India Standard Time is UTC+5:30, and neither country uses daylight saving time. So when it is 12:00 noon in Kathmandu, it is 11:45 in Delhi. Ticket times are always shown in local time.
Can I connect from Delhi to Goa the same day?
Yes, a same day connection from Kathmandu to Goa through Delhi is possible, but allow plenty of time. You usually clear immigration and customs in Delhi, collect bags, and check in again for a domestic flight that may leave from another terminal. On separate tickets, our rule of thumb is at least four to five hours between flights.
Kathmandu bata Delhi ko flight kun mahina ma sasto hunchha?
Hamile 27 Oct 2026 ma herda Kathmandu bata Delhi ko flight dherai jaso January ma sasto ra April ra May ma mahango dekhiyo. Dashain, Tihar ra Chhath ko bela ticket chhitto bikchha, tyasaile chadparba ko lagi chandai book garnus. (English: the route is usually cheapest in January and dearest in April and May, so book festival dates early.)
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