Airport Guide for Tribhuvan International Airport

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  February 10, 2012  

This international airport is the main gateway into Kathmandu and Nepal itself. It is located just 6kms from the city centre and sees numerous flights arrive from Bangkok, Amsterdam, Vienna, Doha, Delhi, Karachi as well as domestic locations.

The airport is a single terminal building with a large wooden table serving as both customs and immigration. Facilities include one bank counter in the Departure Lounge and three bank counters at the Arrival Lounge. Duty free shopping facilities are available upon both arrival and departure at the airport.
Only foreign currencies approved by Nepal Rostra Bank are accepted. The HAN (Hotel Association of Nepal) Counter can make bookings for any hotel of your choice and will also provide you with pamphlets and other tourism materials. A post office is available, but no left luggage or pharmaceutical facilities to be found.

Transportation: once you step out of the arrivals gate, the pre-paid taxi service can be found on your left. If you wish to use this facility you can do so by paying in advance. The rates are made visible as they are exhibited on the board for your security.

n Airport Tourist Bus shuttles passengers between Tribhuvan International Airport and Downtown Kathmandu. Many public buses stop just outside the airport and most go to central Kathmandu, to Ratna Park and the Old Bus Park.

Parking: is available within close proximity to the terminal and is excellent value.