Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, making Kathmandu ten hours 48 minutes ahead of New York.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LGA to KTM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way New York LaGuardia Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight is Rs166,090. A round-trip fare right now is Rs461,119. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LGA to KTM. 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Kathmandu Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LGA to KTM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA's address is Hangar 7 Centre.
69% of flights that leave from New York LaGuardia Airport reach their destination on time.
Central New York to New York LaGuardia Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LGA? If you're catching an early flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Kathmandu Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a New York LaGuardia Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Kathmandu Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Spark Car to explore parts of Kathmandu that most tourists miss.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Kathmandu Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Kathmandu Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
November is the most popular month for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Kathmandu Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Kathmandu in March.
Book your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Kathmandu Airport for June if you'd like to go to Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGA to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Nepal
You've done Kathmandu, now it's time to explore other corners of Nepal. Travel around 145 kilometres north-west to Pokhara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Phewa Lake to Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Patan is another favourite destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No journey is complete without experiencing Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.