Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, which makes Kathmandu ten hours 48 minutes ahead of Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your RDU to KTM flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
Currently, £420 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £922. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RDU to KTM if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Kathmandu Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RDU to KTM.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the flights that depart from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is approximately 18 kms (11 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Kathmandu Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to RDU:
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
If you're arriving on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near KTM:
Grab a Kathmandu Airport rental car and discover corners of Kathmandu that aren't on a typical itinerary. Browse the options available from Spark Car.
Reserving your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Kathmandu Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Kathmandu. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Kathmandu is June, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Kathmandu Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to KTM in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Nepal just waiting to be explored. About 145 kms (90 miles) north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.
Around 6 kms (4 miles) south of Kathmandu, Patan is another favourite stop in Nepal. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.
