Bengaluru to Kathmandu Direct Flight: Daily Service from 25 October 2026
Yes — there is now a bengaluru to kathmandu direct flight: Air India Express launches a daily (7x weekly) nonstop Bengaluru–Kathmandu service from 25 October 2026 under its winter schedule, the first daily direct link between the two cities. For South Indians, Nepal just went from a two-flight journey to a single hop — and since Indians need no visa for Nepal, this is the easiest international trip you can take this winter.
The New Route: What We Know
The Bengaluru–Kathmandu service is part of Air India Express's 40+ new winter routes (effective 25 October 2026, rolled out in phases), which take the airline to ~585 daily flights across 220 routes. Daily frequency matters: it means flexible dates, same-day return options for business travellers, and competitive fares on what was an underserved corridor. TravelBiz Monitor's route breakdown confirms the 7x weekly frequency, and the full frequency table lists it alongside the other new international services.
Nepal Entry Rules for Indians (2026)
Nepal is the simplest international destination for Indian passport holders:
- No visa required — under the 1950 Treaty of Peace and Friendship, Indians enter visa-free.
- Documents: a valid Indian passport is the smoothest option; voter ID is also accepted at land borders and airports, though a passport avoids questions.
- Stay: no fixed tourist-stay cap like other countries — Indians can stay freely.
- Currency: Indian rupees are widely accepted (₹100 notes and below; ₹500/₹2000 notes are not legal tender in Nepal — carry smaller denominations).
Best Time to Visit Kathmandu: October–November
The new flight could not be timed better. October–November is Nepal's peak season: post-monsoon clear skies, the best Himalayan views of the year, and major festivals (Dashain and Tihar fall in this window). Daytime temperatures in Kathmandu sit around 20–24°C — perfect for sightseeing.
3-Day Kathmandu Itinerary from Bengaluru
Day 1 — Old Kathmandu: land by afternoon, explore Durbar Square, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) at sunset, dinner in Thamel.
Day 2 — Spiritual circuit: Pashupatinath Temple at morning aarti, Boudhanath Stupa, Patan Durbar Square, evening at a rooftop restaurant.
Day 3 — Himalayan sunrise: dawn drive to Nagarkot or Chandragiri for Everest-range views (weather permitting), Bhaktapur's pottery square, fly back in the evening.
Add 2 days for Pokhara (45-minute flight or 7-hour drive) if you want lakes, paragliding and Annapurna views.
Kathmandu Trip Cost from India (Approximate)
- Flights: Bengaluru–Kathmandu return roughly ₹9,000–₹16,000 on the new direct service (launch fares expected lower)
- Hotels: ₹1,500–₹4,000/night for comfortable 3-star stays in Thamel
- Food & local transport: ₹1,000–₹2,000/day
- Total 3-day trip: approximately ₹18,000–₹30,000 per person
Bengaluru–Kathmandu Flight — FAQs
Is there a direct flight from Bengaluru to Kathmandu?
Yes — Air India Express operates a daily direct Bengaluru–Kathmandu flight from 25 October 2026 (7x weekly) under its winter schedule 2026. It is the first daily nonstop on this route.
Do Indians need a visa for Kathmandu?
No. Indian citizens do not need a visa for Nepal. Carry a valid Indian passport (smoothest) — voter ID is also accepted. No passport is strictly needed, but one avoids all questions at immigration.
What is the Bengaluru to Kathmandu flight price?
Return fares are expected around ₹9,000–₹16,000 (approximate) on the new direct service, with lower introductory fares likely in the launch weeks. Book early on the airline's own site for the best price.
What is the best time to visit Kathmandu from India?
October to November offers the clearest Himalayan views, pleasant 20–24°C weather and the Dashain/Tihar festivals. March–April is the second-best window.
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