Travelling from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know
Kathmandu is nine hours 48 minutes ahead of Richmond and follows the UTC+5:47 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your RIC to KTM flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tribhuvan International Airport flight is ₹ 52,487. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 137,286. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from RIC to KTM, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tribhuvan International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RIC to KTM.
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Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) from central Richmond, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near RIC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tribhuvan International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:
Grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and discover corners of Kathmandu that aren't the typical tourist stops. Browse the options available from Spark Car.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu
From Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
September is the busiest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tribhuvan International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Kathmandu in February.
Before locking in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Tribhuvan International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Kathmandu, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from RIC to KTM sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Nepal
Kathmandu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Nepal you should also see. About 145 kilometres north-west of Kathmandu, a trip to Pokhara will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.
Around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu, Patan is another favourite stop in Nepal. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.
