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How to get fromLukla to Kathmanduby unknown or plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Lukla to Kathmandu by unknown or plane

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  1. Travel to Tumlingtar, fly

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    1. Walk from Lukla to Tumlingtar (TMI)unknown unknown
    2. Fly from Tumlingtar (TMI) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane plane TMI - KTM
    2h 15m

  2. Travel to Phaplu Airport, fly

    1. Walk from Lukla to Phaplu Airport (PPL)unknown unknown
    2. Fly from Phaplu Airport (PPL) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane plane PPL - KTM
    1h 45m

Tumlingtar (TMI) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) flights

Calendar7Weekly Planes
Duration30 minAverage Duration
Ticket$28Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 256.5 km
  • Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Lukla, Nepal and Kathmandu, Nepal?

There is no direct connection from Lukla to Kathmandu. However, you can travel to Tumlingtar (TMI) airport, fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), walk to Tribhuvan International Airport, then take the line 5 bus to Singhadurbar. Alternatively, you can travel to Phaplu Airport (PPL) airport, fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), walk to Tribhuvan International Airport, then take the line 5 bus to Singhadurbar.

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