Flying from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
Chicago's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Chicago 11 hours 48 minutes behind Kathmandu.
Your KTM to ORD 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 flying internationally.
During popular months like November, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kathmandu Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between KTM and ORD include:
Istanbul Airport
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Currently, R 8,408 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kathmandu Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 22,261. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from KTM to ORD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Kathmandu Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from KTM to ORD.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kathmandu Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kathmandu Airport, data shows 51% of flights complete their journey on time.
Kathmandu Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near KTM? If you've booked an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kathmandu Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Chicago's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The quietest month for a flight from Kathmandu Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport for July if you want to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KTM to ORD sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are the start of reasons to visit.
