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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu from $491

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — KTM
21 Mar — 28 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Thu 14/507:45
MEL
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KTM
1 stop18h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 11/622:45
KTM
-
MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/2$896
Tue 19/507:45
MEL
-
KTM
1 stop32h 30m
Malaysia Airlines
Tue 26/522:45
KTM
-
MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/2$902
Sun 10/507:00
MEL
-
KTM
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/615:00
KTM
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$923
Sun 27/910:20
MEL
-
KTM
1 stop16h 25m
China Southern
Sat 28/1112:30
KTM
-
MEL
1 stop16h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 18/2$950
Thu 24/910:20
MEL
-
KTM
1 stop16h 25m
China Southern
Tue 24/1112:30
KTM
-
MEL
1 stop27h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 16/2$951
Thu 6/823:30
MEL
-
KTM
1 stop16h 45m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 27/822:45
KTM
-
MEL
1 stop16h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/2$955
Sat 14/314:20
MEL
-
KTM
1 stop29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/314:15
KTM
-
MEL
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2$958
Wed 5/823:30
MEL
-
KTM
1 stop26h 30m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 26/813:00
KTM
-
MEL
1 stop15h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/2$963
Wed 5/813:25
MEL
-
KTM
1 stop36h 35m
Malaysia Airlines
Fri 28/822:45
KTM
-
MEL
1 stop27h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/2$971
Fri 7/807:45
MEL
-
KTM
1 stop18h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 26/813:00
KTM
-
MEL
1 stop15h 05m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/2$975
Wed 30/916:40
AVV
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KTM
2 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/1112:30
KTM
-
AVV
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,131
Sun 27/906:00
AVV
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KTM
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/1112:30
KTM
-
AVV
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2$1,197

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Kathmandu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Kathmandu (KTM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$896

One-way from

$491

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

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Average price

$1,062
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 14/5-11/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Kathmandu
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8/5
  • 8/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Kathmandu
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MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

23:30-12:00

1 stop16h 45m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 6/6

13:00-08:20

1 stop15h 05m

$953

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

13:00-16:00

3 stops32h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 12/3

17:00-11:00

3 stops36h 45m

$1,081

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

12:00-16:00

2 stops33h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 18/3

17:00-10:00

2 stops35h 45m

$1,088

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sat 16/5

11:00-14:35

2 stops31h 50m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 7/6

15:35-12:40

2 stops40h 50m

$1,090

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

06:00-21:45

2 stops20h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 6/6

13:00-08:20

1 stop15h 05m

$1,108

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

06:00-21:45

2 stops20h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Mon 8/6

22:45-19:15

1 stop16h 15m

$1,110

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Wed 15/4

19:35-16:30

1 stop25h 10m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 20/5

21:10-17:55

1 stop16h 30m

$1,111

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

20:30-20:05

1 stop28h 50m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Tue 31/3

21:10-18:55

1 stop16h 30m

$1,113

MelbourneKathmandu

MEL - KTM

MELKTM

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

19:35-08:55

1 stop17h 35m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 7/6

21:10-17:55

1 stop16h 30m

$1,125

MelbourneKathmandu

AVV - KTM

AVVKTM

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 18/3

06:00-22:30

2 stops21h 45m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 25/3

12:30-20:20

2 stops26h 35m

$1,374

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on 13 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu (average of $719). Flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,156). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kathmandu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kathmandu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kathmandu. Reviews last updated 19 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu, such as Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
382 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,967 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kathmandu from Melbourne?

    Located just 4.1 km from the city centre, Kathmandu Tribhuvan is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Kathmandu from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Tribhuvan (KTM) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 12 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

    Malaysia Airlines and China Eastern can get you from Melbourne to Kathmandu in just under 16h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 30m. Melbourne and Kathmandu are separated by a distance of 9542 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air India ($769), China Southern ($772), and Malaysia Airlines ($788) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Users have found that Air India is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Kathmandu one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Batik Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $348. Malaysia Airlines flights start at $429 while deals on China Southern start at $452 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

    Melbourne to Kathmandu flights have a stopover in Bangkok most often. Bangkok is followed by Guangzhou in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Kuala Lumpur sees the third most stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Bangkok?

    Pratunam, Siam Square, and Thailand Cultural Center are currently the most popular points of interest in Bangkok at the moment. Pratunam, Siam Square, and Thailand Cultural Center can be visited by traveling about 23.8 km, 24.2 km, and 21.1 km respectively from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. Those on a stopover in Bangkok in need of a car hire can book one at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi for about $42.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, and Kuala Lumpur Tower are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, and Kuala Lumpur Tower can be visited by travelling about 46.6 km, 44.8 km, and 46.0 km respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur in need of a car hire can book one at Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $50.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Kathmandu flights?

    Flights departing from Melbourne and landing in Kathmandu stopover in Shanghai least frequently. Colombo sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu. Kunming comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Melbourne to Kathmandu flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Kathmandu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Kathmandu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Kathmandu (average of $719). Flying from Melbourne to Kathmandu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,156). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$769Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$770Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$788Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Batik AirCheapest$858Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$867Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$877Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$938Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,011Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,017Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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