Frequently Asked Questions

• 1. How to book Lhasa-Kathmandu flight tickets?

  For travelers eager to embark on a flight between Tibet and Nepal, securing your tickets is a straightforward process. You can reserve your seats through online booking platforms such as Ctrip, which offer user-friendly interfaces in English, streamlining the booking experience. Alternatively, you can opt for direct bookings on the websites of airlines operating this route like Himalayan Airlines. If you seek personalized assistance, consider engaging with travel agencies like us Tibet Horizon. We provide dedicated travel consultants and secure payment methods, making your trip hassle-free.

• 2. How far in advance to book Lhasa-Kathmandu flight tickets?

  Booking flights to Nepal should be done with ample time in advance due to the high demand for tickets especially during peak travel seasons or religious events. It is advisable to book your tickets at least 30 days in advance. Once you've booked your flight, you’ll need to manage your entry procedures at Tribhuvan International Airport, which may include obtaining a visa if you’re not eligible for a Visa on Arrival.

• 3. How to get to Lhasa Gonggar Airport?

  To reach Lhasa Gonggar Airport, you have several convenient options.

  From Downtown to Lhasa Gonggar Airport
  By Taxi/Car-hailing: It’s about 50km from Lhasa Train Station to Gonggar Airport and the fares are calculated by the actual distance traveled. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the airport.
  By Bus: You can take Bus No. 13 to the CAAC Administration and then take the airport shuttle bus to the airport. The whole journey takes around 2 hours.

  From Lhasa Train Station to Lhasa Gonggar Airport
  By Taxi/Car-hailing: It’s about 50km from Lhasa Train Station to Gonggar Airport and the fares are calculated by the actual distance traveled. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the airport.
  By Bus: You can take Bus No. 13 to the CAAC Administration and then take the airport shuttle bus to the airport. The whole journey takes around 2 hours.

  International visitors cannot travel independently in Tibet. Travel agencies offer send-off service, ensuring a seamless end to your visit in Tibet. At Tibet Horizon, our experienced guide and driver will send you to the Gonggar Airport, ensuring you a safe and smooth departure.

• 4. Can I get a Nepal Visa in Tibet?

  Yes. You can apply for a Nepal Visa at the Consulate General of Nepal in Lhasa. Applicants can collect their visas on the day or the next day after submission between 4 pm to 5 pm.

• 5. How to apply for the Nepal Visa on Arrival?

  It’s very convenient to apply for a Nepal Visa on Arrival after reaching Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport.

  1. Check Your Eligibility: Ensure you are eligible for a Visa on Arrival. Most nationalities are eligible, except for a few countries like Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Syria, Palestine, and Afghanistan, which require a visa in advance.
  2. Prepare Required Documents: You will need a valid passport with at least six months’ validity and a blank page for the visa sticker, two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background, and the address of your hotel or accommodation in Nepal.
  3. Complete the Visa Application Form: Fill in “Arrival Information” form and online “Tourist Visa” form at the airport and get the submission receipt.
  4. Pay the Visa Fee: The fee varies based on the duration of your stay. The following are for reference: 15 days – 30 USD; 30 days – 50 USD; 90 days – 125 USD.
  5. Proceed to the Immigration Desk: Present your passport, boarding pass, arrival information form, visa application form receipt, and payment receipts to the immigration officer.
  6. Get Your Visa: Once your application is processed, you’ll receive a visa sticker with arrived stamp, allowing you to enter and stay in Nepal for the authorized period.

• 6. How to get to Kathmandu downtown from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport?

  To get from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to Kathmandu downtown, you have several convenient options:
  By Taxi/Car-hailing: Taxis are readily available outside the airport. Alternatively, you can use ride-hailing apps like in Drive, Pathao and Sarathi. The fares are usually calculated based on the distance traveled.
  By Bus: Public buses provide service from the airport to the city center. The bus stop is located near the terminals. The journey can take up to 60 minutes and costs 20 NPR per person.

  If you travel in Nepal with a travel agency, usually you’ll be greeted by your guide and driver and transferred to the city center.