Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time46 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Fly private between Kathmandu and Tumling Tar from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Kathmandu (KTM) to Tumling Tar (TMI) and Tumling Tar to Kathmandu — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Kathmandu to Tumling Tar is roughly 186 kilometres — 115 miles, or 100 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Kathmandu and Tumling Tar, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 46 min | 41 min – 51 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 46 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 45 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Kathmandu, Nepal: Tribhuvan International Airport.
Tumling Tar, Nepal: Tumling Tar Airport.
| Tribhuvan International Airport | Tumling Tar Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VNKT / KTM | VNTR / TMI |
| Longest hard runway | 10,991 ft | — |
| Surface | Asphalt | UNK |
| Field elevation | 4,390 ft | 1,700 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 9,491 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,567 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 8,991 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,467 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,791 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,947 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,091 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,177 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 7,991 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,667 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 9,491 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,747 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 9,791 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,247 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,491 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,467 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,713 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,417 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,791 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,667 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,415 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,367 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,061 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,693 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,091 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,167 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,299 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,987 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,551 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,167 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,691 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,567 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,201 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,167 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,991 ft spare |
14,260 km 14,027 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,191 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,879 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,991 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,727 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,191 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,712 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Taplejung Airport · Phaplu Airport (2,201 ft, 64 km) · Tenzing-Hillary Airport (1,729 ft, 62 km) · Lokhim Heliport
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Kathmandu–Tumling Tar sector leaves when you do.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 46 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Kathmandu and Tumling Tar.
Guide pricing on Kathmandu–Tumling Tar is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$15,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
The Kathmandu to Tumling Tar route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 46 min gate to gate across the 186 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Kathmandu–Tumling Tar charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Kathmandu–Tumling Tar charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Tumling Tar to Kathmandu runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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