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Nepal · NPR (Rs) · 2026
Flag fall
Rs20
Per km
Rs8
Minimum
Rs30
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Estimated ranges only (±15% for traffic and surcharges). Hootling provides fare information for reference only — actual fares may vary. Always confirm the fare with your driver before travel. Hootling accepts no liability for fare discrepancies.
Prepaid taxi counter at Tribhuvan Airport recommended (~Rs 700–1,000 to Thamel). Insist on meter for city rides. Altitude 1,400m.
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Kathmandu taxis start with a flag fall of Rs20 and charge Rs8 per km. A typical 3 km city trip costs Rs37–Rs51. A 10 km trip runs Rs85–Rs115. Minimum fare is Rs30.
Prepaid taxi counter at Tribhuvan Airport recommended (~Rs 700–1,000 to Thamel). Insist on meter for city rides. Altitude 1,400m.
Taxis in Kathmandu, Nepal use NPR (Rs). Most drivers prefer cash. Some airport taxis may accept cards.
Use a metered taxi or book via a ride-hailing app. Agree on the price before departure if the taxi is unmetered. Scam warning signs include: broken meter claims, asking for payment upfront, and unusually long routes.
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