Islamabad (ISB) to Kathmandu (KTM) is a 1,362 km journey. This pair is served by connecting flights only; we quote the best routing for your dates. SafirAvia issues tickets on all of these airlines on our own IATA accreditation and sends you options in writing. We do not publish fares on this page because they change several times a day; send your dates for today's price.
Kathmandu is currently 0 hours 45 minutes ahead of Islamabad. The small time difference makes same-day meetings or onward travel realistic.
How to fly Islamabad to Kathmandu
Connecting itineraries are quoted case by case for this pair.
Visa and documents
Visa for Pakistani passport holders (Nepal): Visa on arrival. Visa on arrival (or online visa authorisation obtained in advance) available for Pakistani passport holders, issued at designated airports and land border crossings.
- Stay allowed: up to 150 days depending on category
- Visa on arrival is only available at specific airport/land-border entry points — confirm the route before travel
- As of September 2026
Rules change; confirmed again with you before ticketing. Source: en.wikipedia.org
Best time to book
Peaks follow school holidays and Eid; Malaysia and Thailand also see high demand around Chinese New Year. Fares are usually easiest in the shoulder months.
Departing from Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport (opened 2018) sits about 25 km south-west of the city near Fateh Jang; allow 45–60 minutes from Blue Area or Bahria Enclave. International departures use the single main terminal; check-in for Saudi and Gulf flights typically opens 3 hours before departure.
Serves: Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Murree, Abbottabad, Mirpur (AJK).
Distance and times are computed from airport coordinates (OurAirports) and typical cruise speeds; airline and visa data checked 2026-09-18.