Monthly estimateINR 87,900
Studio rentINR 22,000-INR 50,000
Internet35 Mbps
Safety48/100
Best seasonMar-May, Oct-Nov
Minimum stay1-6 months
Nomad fit in Kathmandu
Kathmandu is listed in Makild's nomad travel table for people comparing rental cost, internet practicality, visa planning, safety, local transport and seasonal comfort before choosing a medium-stay destination.
The central rental areas tracked for this guide are Lazimpat, Boudha, Jhamsikhel. A typical studio or compact 1BHK range is 30-55 sqm, with deposit expectations around 1 month and common lease flexibility of 1-6 months.
Scenic places and lifestyle
Coast, old town, seasonal nature trips
Coastal scenery, beaches, and water-based day trips.
The best timing is usually Mar-May, Oct-Nov. Watch out for dec-jan cold, monsoon when planning longer stays.
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Cost breakdown
- Rent range
- INR 22,000-INR 50,000 / month
- Food estimate
- INR 42,000 / month
- Utilities + WiFi
- INR 5,900 / month
- Cab estimate
- INR 200 per 5 km
- Flight from Mumbai
- INR 17,000 roundtrip estimate, 2h 30m nonstop
Country context
- Country
- Nepal
- Airport code
- KTM
- GDP per person estimate
- $1,600
- City conservatism estimate
- 70/100
