What is the tower frequency at VNKT?

The tower frequency at Tribhuvan Intl is 118.1 MHz.

Does VNKT require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Tribhuvan Intl (Nepal).

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Tribhuvan Intl

Tribhuvan Intl (VNKT/KTM) serves Kathmandu, Nepal. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (02/20). Field elevation is 4390 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 7/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: VNKT
Name: Tribhuvan Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 27.6966
Longitude: 85.3591
Elevation: 4390 ft
Country: Nepal
Municipality: Kathmandu
IATA Code: KTM
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Kathmandu
Distance from City: 4.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 02/20

Designation: 02/20
Dimensions: 10007 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 127.000 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.tiairport.com.np/index.php
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW; approx NPR 150/ton
Parking Fee: NPR 100/ton per 24h
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: NPR
Remarks: Fees set by CAAN. Challenging approach due to mountainous terrain.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Nepal Oil Corporation supply. Fuel availability can be variable; advance arrangement essential.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ at Tribhuvan. Visa on arrival available.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Mountain terrain; operations weather dependent. High altitude operations considerations apply.

Airport Services

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Nepal Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 7d Landing: 7d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 hours minimum; 7 working days for states with bilateral/multilateral ASAs with Nepal
Landing Lead Time: 7 working days (flight should operate on 8th day)

Private / GA Operations:

Prior permission required. Same documentation and lead time requirements as non-scheduled commercial operations.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at VNKT?: The tower frequency at Tribhuvan Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at VNKT?: Tribhuvan Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does VNKT require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Tribhuvan Intl (Nepal).

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