Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
The timezone in Kathmandu is UTC+5:47, which is ten hours 48 minutes ahead of Washington DC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IAD to KTM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles Airport to Kathmandu Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between IAD and KTM include:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
438 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Return flights start from 895 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAD to KTM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Kathmandu Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Select your preferred 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 Washington Dulles Airport to Kathmandu Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights that take off from Washington Dulles Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Washington Dulles Airport from central Washington DC, it takes around 45 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you have an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Kathmandu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
If you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near KTM:
Venture beyond Kathmandu and check out places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Kathmandu Airport rental car from Spark Car.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Kathmandu Airport to the centre of Kathmandu has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Kathmandu Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Kathmandu. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Kathmandu Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to KTM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another favourite stop in Nepal. Experience major highlights starting with Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.