Travelling from Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
Kathmandu is 13 hours 48 minutes ahead of Los Angeles. Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu, which runs on the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to KTM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
December is a peak travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to KTM departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
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Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to KTM flight:
About Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near KTM:
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For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
Getting from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, central Kathmandu is around 6 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
$751 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. A return flight starts from $1,570. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to KTM, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. July is the quietest month to go to Kathmandu. November is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Los Angeles to KTM plane ticket departing in June if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kathmandu to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC.
More about Kathmandu
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kathmandu:
Your Kathmandu trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Kathmandu Durbar Square, Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Himalaya Discovery.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Nepal just waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a visit to Pokhara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Viewpoint, Pokhara Lakeside and Sarangkot sunrise pokhara.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Nepal, consider Biratnagar, about 241 kilometres south-east of Kathmandu. Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and Shiva Mandir are the start of reasons to visit.