Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is 12 hours 48 minutes ahead of Phoenix and is in the UTC+5:47 timezone.
To ensure you catch your PHX to KTM flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
$1,687 is currently the best price for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Return flights start at $2,589. These fares can change based on demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from PHX to KTM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PHX make it to their destination as scheduled 82.57% of the time.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near PHX. Whether you have an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
If you're arriving on a late Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near KTM:
Grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and discover corners of Kathmandu that aren't in every guidebook. Book your wheels with Spark Car.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Kathmandu. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kathmandu in February.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from PHX to KTM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 18ºC on average.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Nepal waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Patan is another well-known destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No journey is complete without dropping by Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.