Traveling from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): What you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with working out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) jetting off from here.
Kathmandu is nine hours 48 minutes ahead of Philadelphia. Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu, which operates on the UTC+5:47 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Philadelphia to KTM, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travelers during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Whether you're hoping to explore a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Hamad International Airport (DOH) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Philadelphia to KTM.
Traveling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 12 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Philadelphia International Airport:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, 78.93% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 35 miles away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Philadelphia to KTM flight? Relax in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Trenton-Mercer Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 82.45% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near KTM and turn out the lights sooner:
Drive into your next adventure with a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Spark Car to explore parts of Kathmandu that most tourists miss.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
$425 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport. Return flights start from $1,044. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to KTM if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Affordable Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
October is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). Visit Kathmandu in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Philadelphia to KTM plane ticket departing in June if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kathmandu to range from 63ºF to 82ºF.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport in January when temperatures are between 37ºF and 64ºF.
More about Kathmandu
Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Tribhuvan International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Kathmandu:
Kathmandu Durbar Square and Annapurna Base Camp Trek are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Kathmandu itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Himalaya Discovery.
Explore more of Nepal
Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kathmandu. Around 90 miles away to the north-west, popular attractions include Viewpoint, Pokhara Lakeside and Sarangkot sunrise pokhara.
Around 150 miles south-east of Kathmandu, Biratnagar is another favorite stop in Nepal. Experience major highlights starting with Haleshi Mahadev Mandir, Birateshwor Shiva Temple and Shiva Mandir.
