Fly private between Abu Dhabi and Kathmandu from US$56,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Abu Dhabi (AUH) ⇄ Kathmandu (KTM) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Abu Dhabi and Kathmandu is about 3,081 km (1,914 miles), or 1,663 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Abu Dhabi to Kathmandu (and Kathmandu to Abu Dhabi) ranges from US$56,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$145,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 15m | 3h 50m – 4h 41m | US$56,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 56m | 3h 32m – 4h 20m | US$76,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 4h 15m | US$56,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 4h 12m | US$61,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 4h 01m | US$67,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 56m | US$76,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 56m | US$84,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 01m | US$92,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Abu Dhabi and Kathmandu? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Zayed International Airport and Al Bateen Executive Airport.
Kathmandu, Nepal: Tribhuvan International Airport.
| Zayed International Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | OMAA / AUH | VNKT / KTM |
| Longest hard runway | 13,471 ft | 10,991 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 88 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Al Bateen Executive Airport (10,499 ft, 19 km) · Yas Island Seaplane Base · Yas Marina Heliport · Yas Marina Circuit Heliport
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Pets are welcome on every Abu Dhabi–Kathmandu charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Demand on Abu Dhabi–Kathmandu comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$56,000 – US$145,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 4h 15m airborne across the 3,081 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Abu Dhabi–Kathmandu charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Abu Dhabi–Kathmandu charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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