Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is nine hours 48 minutes behind Kathmandu.
Your KTM to IAD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KTM and IAD:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is RM2,062. A return fare right now is RM3,628. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from KTM to IAD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from KTM to IAD is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Central Kathmandu to Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KTM? If you're catching an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you're getting in on a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near IAD:
Pick up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
From Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington DC is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Washington DC in January.
Lock in your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport for July if you want to explore Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KTM to IAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're ready to explore another side of United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.