How far is it from Lukla to Thamel?

The distance between Lukla and Thamel is 259 km.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Lukla to Thamel, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Thamel?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Thamel.

Lukla to Thamel - 2 ways to travel via plane

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

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Travel to Tumlingtar, fly
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1. Walk from Lukla to Tumlingtar (TMI)unknown
2. Fly from Tumlingtar (TMI) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane TMI - KTM
2h 19m
Travel to Phaplu Airport, fly
1. Walk from Lukla to Phaplu Airport (PPL)unknown
2. Fly from Phaplu Airport (PPL) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane PPL - KTM
1h 49m

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

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 259.1 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

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

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