How long is the flight from South Africa to Nepal?

Flight times from South Africa to Nepal vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg and flying into Kathmandu (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 16h 05m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to Nepal is flying from Cape Town to Kathmandu, which will take roughly 23h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Nepal?

Qatar Airways and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Nepal

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Nepal?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Nepal were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Nepal?

As of May 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Nepal.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Nepal?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Nepal.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nepal?

The required travel and health documents for your Nepal trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nepal. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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20:55 - 16:45

JNB

KTM

16h 05m

1 stop

10:05 - 4:00

KTM

JNB

21h 40m

1 stop

R12 900Qatar Airways

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

13:15 - 16:45

CPT

KTM

23h 45m

1 stop

10:05 - 17:30

KTM

CPT

35h 10m

1 stop

R13 262Qatar Airways

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

14:45 - 16:45

JNB

KTM

22h 15m

1 stop

18:00 - 15:20

KTM

JNB

25h 05m

1 stop

R13 377Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

19:50 - 14:15

JNB

KTM

14h 40m

1 stop

19:10 - 10:30

KTM

JNB

19h 05m

1 stop

R13 722Qatar Airways

Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 9

12:40 - 8:50

JNB

KTM

16h 25m

1 stop

10:05 - 4:00

KTM

JNB

21h 40m

1 stop

R14 560Qatar Airways

Sat, Jun 20 - Sat, Jun 27

12:05 - 16:45

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KTM

24h 55m

2 stops

10:05 - 10:35

KTM

DUR

28h 15m

2 stops

R14 823Qatar Airways

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

12:40 - 18:10

JNB

KTM

25h 45m

2 stops

13:25 - 10:30

KTM

JNB

24h 50m

2 stops

R15 004Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 9

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KTM

20h 00m

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15:35 - 5:30

KTM

JNB

17h 40m

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R16 795Emirates

Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 27

18:40 - 23:35

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KTM

25h 10m

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9:05 - 16:35

KTM

DUR

35h 15m

1 stop

R18 044Emirates

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

18:40 - 23:35

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KTM

25h 10m

1 stop

9:05 - 16:35

KTM

DUR

35h 15m

1 stop

R21 183Emirates

Tue, Jul 28 - Sat, Aug 1

Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Nepal

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Jun 18

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 05m

1 stop

KTM16:45Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Jun 25

KTM10:05Kathmandu Tribhuvan

21h 40m

1 stop

JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R12 900

Qatar Airways

Jun 18

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

23h 45m

1 stop

KTM16:45Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Jun 25

KTM10:05Kathmandu Tribhuvan

35h 10m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R13 262

Qatar Airways

Sept 19

JNB14:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 15m

1 stop

KTM16:45Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sept 26

KTM18:00Kathmandu Tribhuvan

25h 05m

1 stop

JNB15:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 377

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Emirates

Sept 18

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m

1 stop

KTM18:55Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sept 27

KTM15:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

17h 40m

1 stop

JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 795

Emirates

Jun 18

DUR18:40Durban King Shaka Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

KTM23:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Jun 25

KTM9:05Kathmandu Tribhuvan

35h 15m

1 stop

DUR16:35Durban King Shaka Intl

R18 044

Emirates

Jul 28

DUR18:40Durban King Shaka Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

KTM23:35Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Aug 1

KTM9:05Kathmandu Tribhuvan

35h 15m

1 stop

DUR16:35Durban King Shaka Intl

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R12 900

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13:15-16:45

1 stop23h 45m

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10:05-17:30

1 stop35h 10m

R13 262

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JNB - KTM

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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14:45-16:45

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18:00-15:20

1 stop25h 05m

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19:50-14:15

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Kathmandu Tribhuvan

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R13 722

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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12:40-8:50

1 stop16h 25m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

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10:05-4:00

1 stop21h 40m

R14 560

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DUR - KTM

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Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 18/6

12:05-16:45

2 stops24h 55m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

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R14 823

JohannesburgKathmandu

JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Kathmandu Tribhuvan

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R15 004

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JNB - KTM

JNBKTM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

19:10-18:55

1 stop20h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 27/9

15:35-5:30

1 stop17h 40m

R16 795

DurbanKathmandu

DUR - KTM

DURKTM

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 18/6

18:40-23:35

1 stop25h 10m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 25/6

9:05-16:35

1 stop35h 15m

R18 044

DurbanKathmandu

DUR - KTM

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Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/7

18:40-23:35

1 stop25h 10m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 1/8

9:05-16:35

1 stop35h 15m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nepal?

The cheapest month to fly to Nepal from South Africa is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R8 480, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Nepal during the month of September, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R8 891.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nepal?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nepal from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nepal for around R15 033 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nepal from South Africa for as low as R13 771 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Nepal?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Nepal were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Nepal?
As of May 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Nepal.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Nepal?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Nepal.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nepal?
The required travel and health documents for your Nepal trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nepal. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Nepal

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 225	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 728 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R15 840	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 570 reviews		Search Emirates flights

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