How far is it from Lukla to Thamel?

The distance between Lukla and Thamel is 158 km.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Lukla to Thamel, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Thamel?

There are 1525+ hotels available in Thamel.

Lukla to Thamel - 3 ways to travel via plane

There are 3 ways to get from Lukla to Thamel 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 49m
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 39m
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 49m

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

3Weekly Planes

45 minAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 157.7 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

There is no direct connection from Lukla to Thamel. 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 Ratnapark. 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 Ratnapark.

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