Flying from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, making Kathmandu 12 hours 48 minutes ahead of Albuquerque.
Give yourself enough time to make your ABQ to KTM flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as October? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Albuquerque Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight is $1,453. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $3,594. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ABQ to KTM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Albuquerque Airport to Kathmandu Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ABQ to KTM.
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Handy information about Albuquerque Airport (ABQ)
ABQ is located at 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from ABQ make it to their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Albuquerque Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Albuquerque. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near ABQ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Albuquerque Airport to Kathmandu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Book a hotel near KTM if you're catching a late Albuquerque Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Drive into your next adventure with a Kathmandu Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Spark Car to explore parts of Kathmandu that most tourists miss.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Kathmandu Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
November is the busiest month for flights from Albuquerque Airport to Kathmandu Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Kathmandu in March.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Albuquerque Airport to Kathmandu Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ABQ to KTM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Nepal just waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Patan is another standout 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.