Traveling between Kathmandu, the vibrant capital of Nepal, and Chennai, the bustling metropolitan city of southern India, is now convenient and efficient. Nepal Cheap Flights offers seamless flights connecting these two cities, ensuring comfort, safety, and affordability for travelers.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Airports | Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) – Kathmandu Chennai International Airport (MAA) – Chennai |
| Distance | Approximately 2,000 km (1,243 miles) |
| Average Flight Duration | 3 hours 30 minutes (direct flight) |
| Airlines Operating | Air India, IndiGo, Nepal Airlines, SpiceJet (subject to availability) |
| Travel Type | One-way, Round-trip, Multi-city |
| Booking Platform | Nepal Cheap Flights – Affordable and Reliable |
Currently, there are no direct, non-stop flights operating between Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and Chennai International Airport (MAA).
However, travelers can easily book highly efficient, seamless one-stop connecting flights. Major carriers like IndiGo and Air India operate multiple daily flights connecting Kathmandu to Chennai with a quick, hassle-free layover at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi or Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) in Mumbai.
Because flights on this route require a stopover, total travel time varies based on your layover duration:
Fastest One-Stop Flights: Approximately 5 to 7 hours total travel time (including the layover).
Standard Connecting Flights: Typically range between 8 to 12 hours.
Tip: When booking through Nepal Cheap Flights, you can filter results by "Duration" to secure the shortest layover times.
Thanks to the open-border bilateral ties between Nepal and India, passport and visa regulations are uniquely simplified for citizens of both nations:
Nepali Citizens: You can enter Chennai visa-free. At airport immigration, you must present either an original, valid Nepali Passport OR an original Nepali Citizenship Certificate.
Indian Citizens: You can enter Kathmandu visa-free by producing either a valid Indian Passport OR an original Indian Election Commission Voter ID Card.
IndiGo (Budget Carrier): Typically includes a checked baggage allowance of 20kg and a cabin/hand baggage limit of 7kg.
Air India (Full-Service Carrier): Generally offers a slightly more generous checked baggage allowance of 25kg to 30kg along with complimentary in-flight hot meals.
Note: Since you will be changing planes at a hub airport (like Delhi), your baggage will be automatically checked through to Chennai—you do not need to collect and re-check it during your layover. Extra weight can be pre-purchased at a discount on Nepal Cheap Flights.
To lock in the lowest possible airfares, aim to book your flight 3 to 4 weeks in advance. The most affordable months to fly are July and August (during the heavy monsoon season) and January to February. Fares spike significantly during peak festive seasons like Dashain/Tihar (September to November) and major South Indian festivals like Pongal (January).
All international connecting flights landing from Kathmandu clear customs and immigration at Terminal 2 (T2) of Chennai International Airport. Terminal 2 is modern and well-connected to the city center via the Chennai Metro Rail system and pre-paid taxi booths right outside the arrival gates.
