Travelling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Washington DC: what you need to know
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4. The city is nine hours 48 minutes behind Kathmandu, where Tribhuvan International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your KTM to Washington DC flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from KTM to Washington DC. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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To get to KTM from central Kathmandu, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near KTM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Washington DC
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC flight is Rs184,865. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs345,937. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from KTM to Washington DC if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares throughout the month and score an awesome deal.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to the centre of Washington DC takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near DCA if you're coming in on a late flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar to explore Washington DC and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks before your flight from KTM to Washington DC.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. Following your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 10 minutes or so.
Following your KTM to Washington DC flight, settle in at a hotel near IAD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt make picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at IAD will help you save.
Washington Dulles International Airport is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Hop off your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC and head for your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Washington DC is around 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and usually takes 50 minutes to drive there.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel close to BWI. Get settled at one of these options after your KTM to Washington DC flight:
Whether you're after an economy for a solo getaway or an SUV to fit the family, you'll find the ideal Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the range of wheels available here from names such as Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from BWI two weeks before your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC for the most affordable rates.
Best time to go to Washington DC
Visit Washington DC in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KTM to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Washington DC right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Washington DC:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The White House, White House Historical Association and National Mall are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Washington DC itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.