Bangalore to Kathmandu flight guide — non-stop and 1-stop options via Delhi, fares, Tribhuvan airport, and why Indians need no visa for Nepal in 2026.
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Quick answer: Bangalore to Kathmandu non-stop flights take about ≈ 2h 20m non-stop (limited); ≈ 6h 40m+ via Delhi, operated by Nepal Airlines (non-stop); Air India Express (non-stop from Jun 2026); IndiGo / Air India 1-stop via Delhi, with around Limited non-stops (Nepal Airlines; Air India Express from Jun 2026) + frequent 1-stop via Delhi direct departures a day. Indian passport holders should check the visa requirement summarised below. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BLR–KTM fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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Direct service is limited but real. Nepal Airlines (RA) operates a non-stop a few times a week, and Air India Express (IX) is launching its own non-stop on the route from 1 June 2026, which should add useful frequency. Beyond those, the bulk of Bangalore–Kathmandu traffic flies 1-stop via Delhi, where IndiGo and Air India connect onward to Kathmandu many times a day. SriLankan Airlines also offers a connection via Colombo. If the timing of a non-stop suits you it is by far the quickest; otherwise a single Delhi connection is the reliable default.
Nepal's prime trekking and tourist seasons are autumn (October–November) and spring (March–April), when clear mountain views push fares up; the festival of Dashain (around October) is especially busy. The cheaper stretches are the monsoon (June–September) and deep winter (December–January). As of May 2026, indicative one-way fares open from around ₹11,000–16,000, with round trips commonly ₹20,000–30,000; the scarce non-stops can cost more than a Delhi connection. Book trekking-season dates 6–10 weeks ahead. Indicative only — check live fares in the FlightGPT chat.
The non-stop Bengaluru → Kathmandu flight blocks about 2h 20m over roughly 2,550 km. A 1-stop via Delhi — the most common itinerary — typically runs 6h 40m or more door-to-door once the layover is counted, since the DEL–KTM leg is around 1h 45m. Note the unusual time offset: Nepal is 15 minutes ahead of India, the only such quarter-hour difference most Indians will encounter. Kathmandu's valley approach can be affected by weather and seasonal congestion, so delays are not uncommon — allow buffer if connecting onward.
Allowances vary by carrier and fare. Nepal Airlines international economy generally allows a generous checked piece, while Air India Express and the 1-stop options on IndiGo and Air India typically include 20–25 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin on their international fares — confirm against your fare bucket, as low-cost saver fares can carry less. If you connect in Delhi on a single international ticket, your bags check straight through. Trekkers carrying heavy gear should pre-pay any excess online, which is far cheaper than airport rates. Request vegetarian or Jain meals at booking where catering is offered.
Bengaluru (BLR) — international flights, including Nepal Airlines and Air India Express, use the newer Terminal 2, about 35 km north of the city. Kathmandu (KTM) — Tribhuvan International is Nepal's main gateway, about 6 km from the city centre (Thamel), with a compact international terminal that can get congested at peak banks. The valley setting and single runway mean weather and traffic occasionally cause holding or delays. Pre-paid taxis are the simplest way into the city; agree the fare before setting off. Allow extra time at peak trekking-season departures.
Good news for Indian travellers: Nepal is visa-free for Indian citizens — you need no visa at all. Under the long-standing India–Nepal open-border arrangement, Indians can enter, live and work in Nepal without a visa. For air travel you do, however, need to carry a valid passport or a Voter ID (Election Commission) card as photo identity — an Aadhaar card or driving licence is generally not accepted for the Nepal crossing, so a passport is the safest document. Carrying Indian rupee notes above ₹100 denomination is restricted in Nepal. There is nothing to apply for in advance; see the Visas guide for the document details.
The best months for Nepal are October–November and March–April, with clear skies, stable weather and the finest Himalayan views — ideal for trekking and sightseeing around the Kathmandu Valley. The monsoon (June–September) brings cloud, rain and leeches on the trails, though the valley stays green and fares fall. Winter (December–February) is cold, especially at altitude, but Kathmandu itself stays manageable and crowds thin. Major festivals like Dashain and Tihar (around October–November) are a vivid time to visit. For more, see the Kathmandu destination guide.
A non-stop flight blocks about 2h 20m, but non-stops are limited. The more common 1-stop itinerary via Delhi typically runs 6h 40m or more door-to-door once the layover is counted, as the Delhi-Kathmandu leg is around 1h 45m.
Nepal Airlines flies a non-stop a few times a week, and Air India Express is adding a non-stop from June 2026. Most travellers connect 1-stop via Delhi on IndiGo or Air India; SriLankan offers a connection via Colombo.
No. Nepal is visa-free for Indian citizens under the open-border arrangement - there is nothing to apply for. For air travel you must carry a valid passport or Voter ID card as photo identity; Aadhaar and driving licences are generally not accepted. See /visas.
As of May 2026, indicative one-way fares open from around ₹11,000-16,000, with round trips commonly ₹20,000-30,000. The scarce non-stops can cost more than a Delhi connection. Fares peak in the autumn and spring trekking seasons. Indicative only - check live fares in the FlightGPT chat.
Yes, but limited - Nepal Airlines flies it directly (about 2h 20m), and Air India Express is launching a non-stop from 1 June 2026. On other days, the reliable option is a single connection through Delhi.
The monsoon (June-September) and deep winter (December-January) are usually cheapest. Avoid the autumn (October-November) and spring (March-April) trekking peaks and the Dashain festival, when clear-weather demand pushes fares up.
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Most travellers prefer the Bangalore to Kathmandu non-stop option. The direct Bangalore-Kathmandu flight time is ≈ 2h 20m non-stop (limited); ≈ 6h 40m+ via Delhi. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Bangalore Kathmandu ticket but are open to a layover.
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