Direct (nonstop) flights from Delhi to Kathmandu

5 airlines fly nonstop from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Tribhuvan International (KTM). It's 507 miles (816 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by IndiGo, Air India, Bhutan Airlines and others.

DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport
🇮🇳 Delhi, India
KTM
Tribhuvan International
🇳🇵 Kathmandu, Nepal
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
507 mi
816 km
CO₂/pax
94 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
IndiGo +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by IndiGo IndiGo Air India Air India Bhutan Airlines Bhutan Airlines Nepal Airlines Nepal Airlines FlexFlight FlexFlight

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IndiGo 6E IndiGo
Route
DEL → KTM
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
507 mi
Air India AI Air India
Route
DEL → KTM
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
507 mi
Bhutan Airlines B3 Bhutan Airlines
Route
DEL → KTM
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
507 mi
Nepal Airlines RA Nepal Airlines
Route
DEL → KTM
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
507 mi
FlexFlight W2 FlexFlight
Route
DEL → KTM
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
507 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Delhi to Kathmandu with one stop · direct emits 94 kg CO₂ per passenger

DEL VNS (Varanasi) KTM
Leg 1: 1h 25m (414 mi) Leg 2: 35m (219 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → VNS
1h 25m · 414 mi
View DEL to VNS flights →
Leg 2
VNS → KTM
35m · 219 mi
View VNS to KTM flights →
DEL KTM (Kathmandu) KTM
Leg 1: 1h 45m (507 mi) Leg 2: 1h (0 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → KTM
1h 45m · 507 mi
View DEL to KTM flights →
Leg 2
KTM → KTM
1h · 0 mi
View KTM to KTM flights →
DEL PBH (Paro) KTM
Leg 1: 2h 10m (756 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (250 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+124% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → PBH
2h 10m · 756 mi
View DEL to PBH flights →
Leg 2
PBH → KTM
1h 15m · 250 mi
View PBH to KTM flights →
DEL CCU (Kolkata) KTM
Leg 1: 2h 15m (815 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (397 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+165% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → CCU
2h 15m · 815 mi
View DEL to CCU flights →
Leg 2
CCU → KTM
1h 15m · 397 mi
View CCU to KTM flights →
DEL DAC (Dhaka) KTM
Leg 1: 2h 25m (887 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (411 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+182% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → DAC
2h 25m · 887 mi
View DEL to DAC flights →
Leg 2
DAC → KTM
1h 45m · 411 mi
View DAC to KTM flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Delhi to Kathmandu?

A nonstop flight from Delhi (DEL) to Kathmandu (KTM) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 507 miles (816 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Delhi to Kathmandu?

5 airlines: IndiGo, Air India, Bhutan Airlines, Nepal Airlines, FlexFlight.

Is there a nonstop flight from Delhi to Kathmandu?

Yes. 5 airlines: IndiGo, Air India, Bhutan Airlines, Nepal Airlines, FlexFlight.

How far is Delhi from Kathmandu?

The flight distance from Delhi to Kathmandu is 507 miles (816 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Delhi to Kathmandu?

At 1h 45m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from India to Nepal?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Nepal embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Delhi to Kathmandu?

Roughly 94 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 470 km.

Is the return flight from Kathmandu to Delhi also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Delhi to Kathmandu?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.