Tribhuvan International Airport terminal building with control tower, colorful flags, and landscaped entrance under clear blue sky.
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Charter a private jet to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM/VNKT), located about 6 km east of Kathmandu, is Nepal’s main gateway, operating a 3,350 m runway and handling nearly 9 million passengers annually. It features both domestic and international terminals, along with a stately VIP terminal for dignitaries. Business aviation is well supported by FBO handlers like VVIP Flight, SRC Aviation, and iJET, complemented by multiple premium lounges across terminals and dedicated concierge services for high-end travellers.

Tribhuvan International Airport: Key Details

Coordinates (DMS)
27° 41′ 48″ N, 85° 21′ 33″ E
Latitude / Longitude
27.69658, 85.3591
IATA CodeKTM
ICAO CodeVNKT
Elevation
1338 m (4390 ft)
Number of runway(s)1
Runway surface(s)Asphalt
Longest runway
3350 m (10991 ft)
Business aviation movements in 2025
85
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Most common aircraft operating from Tribhuvan International Airport

When choosing a private jet for your journey, a few factors play a crucial role: number of passengers, distance of the flight, airport capabilities, and specific requirements of your journey. Here are the most frequently flown private aircraft to and from Tribhuvan International Airport in 2025: Cessna Citation XLS, Gulfstream G550 and Gulfstream G650.

Cessna Citation XLS super light jet
16
movements
seats
8
speed
798 km/h
431 kts
range
3889 km
2100 NM
Gulfstream G550 long range jet
16
movements
seats
12-16
speed
904 km/h
488 kts
range
12501 km
6750 NM
Gulfstream G650 long range jet
12
movements
seats
11-18
speed
956 km/h
516 kts
range
12964 km
7000 NM

FBOs and ground services at Tribhuvan International Airport

VVIP Flight

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VVIP Flight functions as a comprehensive FBO, handling ramp operations, overflight and landing permits, slot clearance, parking approvals, customs and immigration coordination, flight dispatch, weather services, aircraft security, fuelling, catering, hotel and transport bookings, and military clearances—offering full mission support.

SRC Aviation

SRC Aviation provides dedicated GA handling at the airport with services including ramp supervision, permit assistance, fuelling coordination, crew lounge access, catering arrangements, and ground transfers.

iJET

iJET operates on demand, offering private charter facilitation and ground handling support for business aviation clients at Tribhuvan.

VIP lounges available at Tribhuvan International Airport

Executive Lounge (International Terminal)

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This airside lounge offers comfortable seating, hot and cold beverages, snacks, Wi‑Fi, flight information displays, and a quiet environment—accessible via day passes, lounge programmes such as Priority Pass, or VIP package services.

Radisson Executive Lounge & Royal Thai Silk Lounge

Operated by Radisson Hotel and Thai Airways respectively in the international terminal. They cater to business and premium passengers with buffet-style refreshments and dedicated seating, accessible to eligible travellers.

Airssist VIP Terminal Services

Airssist and Royal Airport Concierge provide personalised meet & greet, fast-track immigration/security, lounge access, porter services, and chauffeured transfers tailored to VIP travellers.

LunaJets Dubai

Swiss-founded. Supported in the region.

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Our team of Private Aviation Advisors based in Dubai (DIFC) speaks Arabic, English, French, Turkish and Dutch, and is available 24/7 to arrange private jet charters across the Middle East and beyond. In addition to the flight itself, the team can coordinate concierge and chauffeur services for each journey.

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