Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is 12 hours 48 minutes ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your LAX to KTM flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and KTM:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
At the moment, R 8,326 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 18,295. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LAX to KTM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LAX:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KTM if you're on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go beyond Kathmandu and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car from Spark Car.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport to central Kathmandu has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Kathmandu. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Nepal waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Patan is another must-experience destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without seeing Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.