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32 h 22 min
2447 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kathmandu to Dunhuang

Composite routes from Kathmandu to Dunhuang

Cheapest
32 h 22 min
Car
2447 km.
from $134
Other
2 d 19 h 22 min
Bus, Train
1630 km.
from $143.16
2 d 17 h 30 min
Bus, Train
1630 km.
from $145.84
25 h 15 min
Taxi, Plane
1630 km.
from $383.04
26 h 42 min
Plane
1630 km.
from $305.95

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$369.57
Plane from Simara Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Janakpur Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
25h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

Hong Kong Airlines

Website:
hkairlines.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
14h 30m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$380.43–$706.52

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Simara Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
25h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Janakpur Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
26h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

Chengdu

Website:
cdal.com.cn/
Plane from Simara Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Plane from Janakpur Airport to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
25h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

Bus operators

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Lasa Bus Station to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
33h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.50

Checi

Website:
checi.cn
Bus from Zhangmu to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$35.37

Train operators

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou to Jiuquan
Ave. Duration:
8h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$27.17
Train from Lanzhou to Dunhuang
Ave. Duration:
13h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$38.04

China Railways T-Class

Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Lanzhou to Jiuquan
Ave. Duration:
8h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$32.43

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Dunhuang?

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Dunhuang is to drive and bus and train which costs $119.57 - $152.17 and takes 2 days 19h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Dunhuang?

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 10h and costs $163.04 - $380.43 .

How far is it from Kathmandu to Dunhuang?

The distance between Kathmandu and Dunhuang is 1635 km. The road distance is 2472.3 km.

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Dunhuang?

It takes approximately 10h to get from Kathmandu to Dunhuang, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Dunhuang?

Dunhuang is 2h 15m ahead of Kathmandu. It is currently 14:14 in Kathmandu and 16:29 in Dunhuang.

Can I drive from Kathmandu to Dunhuang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathmandu to Dunhuang is 2472 km. It takes approximately 35h 13m to drive from Kathmandu to Dunhuang.

Where can I stay near Dunhuang?

There are 11+ hotels available in Dunhuang. Prices start at $39.16 per night.
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