How far is it from Lukla to Kathmandu?

The distance between Lukla and Kathmandu is 155 km.

How long does it take to get from Lukla to Kathmandu?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Lukla to Kathmandu, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kathmandu?

There are 1517+ hotels available in Kathmandu.

Lukla to Kathmandu - 3 ways to travel via plane

There are 3 ways to get from Lukla to Kathmandu by unknown or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Travel to Phaplu Airport, fly
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1. Walk from Lukla to Phaplu Airport (PPL)
2. Fly from Phaplu Airport (PPL) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)PPL - KTM
1h 45m
Travel to Janakpur Airport, fly
1. Walk from Lukla to Janakpur Airport (JKR)
2. Fly from Janakpur Airport (JKR) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)JKR - KTM
3h 35m
Travel to Bhojpur Airport, fly
1. Walk from Lukla to Bhojpur Airport (BHP)
2. Fly from Bhojpur Airport (BHP) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)BHP - KTM
2h 45m

Phaplu Airport (PPL) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) flights

3Weekly Planes

45 minAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lukla to Kathmandu.

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Distance: 155.2 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

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

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