{ "response": { "Key": "KTM-NYC", "orig": { "code": "KTM", "type": "airport", "city": "Kathmandu", "fullCity": "Kathmandu, Nepal", "airport": "Tribhuvan Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "NYC", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Kathmandu to New York City?", "answer": "There is no scheduled nonstop service between Kathmandu and New York City, so the trip requires a connection and the total journey time is typically around 18 to 22 hours, depending on the layover. The airports are about 7,530 miles apart.", "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Kathmandu to New York City?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Kathmandu to New York City. The shortest one-stop routings connect via Doha (Qatar Airways), Delhi (Air India), or Dubai (Emirates), with a typical total trip time around 24 hours. Air India via Delhi often offers the lowest fares, with median prices around $1,461.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "route_options", "redeye_flights" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in New York City?", "answer": "From JFK (the primary NYC airport for this route), the AirTrain links to the subway and Long Island Rail Road for the most-used mass transit option. Taxis offer flat-rate fares to Manhattan, while ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft have designated pickup areas. Rental cars are accessible via AirTrain at Federal Circle, and shared shuttle vans or even a helicopter service are available. The subway/AirTrain combination is generally the fastest affordable route to Midtown, though taxis and ride shares are more direct.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://jfkairport.com/transportation", "title": "Transportation Options - JFK Airport", "favicon": "http://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/ride-share-services", "title": "Ride Share Information - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=97218&diff=1343981798&oldid=1343041901&title=John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport: Difference between revisions", "time_published": "2026-03-17T15:31:18Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:30:04Z" }, { "url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/2015/12/15/jfk-five-things-ok-technically-six-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-john-f-kennedy-international-airport/", "title": "JFK: Five Things (OK, Technically Six Things) You Probably Didn’t Know About John F. Kennedy International Airport |", "time_published": "2015-12-15T15:00:57Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Kathmandu to New York City?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eyes operate from Kathmandu to New York City, but connecting itineraries whose long leg is an overnight flight are available. One representative day shows three patterns: Air India via Delhi, with the overnight leg Delhi–JFK departing 22:50 and arriving 09:40 the next morning, connecting from Kathmandu on Air India or Nepal Airlines; and Singapore Airlines via Singapore, with the overnight leg Singapore–JFK departing 23:55 and arriving 11:10 the next morning.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Kathmandu and New York City?", "answer": "Common layover cities for the KTM to NYC route include Doha, Dubai, Istanbul and Abu Dhabi. These Middle Eastern hubs offer broad connections with major carriers, efficient single‑terminal transfers and visa‑free transit for many nationalities, while keeping total travel time competitive." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to New York City?", "answer": "April to June and September to early November offer pleasant temperatures, colorful foliage, and smaller crowds than peak summer or the holiday season." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Kathmandu to New York City?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond your stay, a valid U.S. visa or ESTA, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in New York City?", "answer": "John F. Kennedy International handles most long‑haul international flights to New York City, including connections from Kathmandu. Newark Liberty also serves many international routes and can be a good choice for Manhattan access. LaGuardia primarily serves domestic and short‑haul flights and is less relevant for this route." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Tribhuvan Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From central Kathmandu, the most popular way to reach Tribhuvan International Airport is by taxi or ride-share (such as Pathao or inDrive), taking about 20–30 minutes depending on traffic and being the fastest door-to-door option. Metered taxis are readily available but often require negotiation; ride-share apps offer fixed, competitive fares. Public buses do run from the city center, but they are crowded, infrequent, and not recommended with luggage. There is no dedicated airport shuttle bus, and driving yourself is uncommon due to limited parking.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/qatar-airways/qatar-airways-ktm-terminal-tribhuvan-international-airport/", "title": "Qatar Airways KTM Terminal - Tribhuvan International Airport", "time_published": "2024-06-21T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/lion-air/lion-air-ktm-terminal-tribhuvan-international-airport/", "title": "Lion Air KTM Terminal, Tribhuvan International Airport", "time_published": "2024-07-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kuwait_Airways_Flight_221", "title": "Kuwait Airways Flight 221", "time_published": "2026-07-05T09:07:59Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Kuwait_Airways_destinations", "title": "List of Kuwait Airways destinations", "time_published": "2026-04-28T05:56:26Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/saurya-airlines/saurya-airlines-ktm-terminal-tribhuvan-international-airport/", "title": "Saurya Airlines KTM Terminal, Tribhuvan International Airport", "time_published": "2024-06-26T00:00:00Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at New York City airport?", "answer": "John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) — the primary New York City gateway for flights from Kathmandu — does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. The TWA Hotel is located on airport property in the former TWA Flight Center, connected to Terminal 5 by the AirTrain. Several nearby hotels, including the Crowne Plaza and Hampton Inn, offer free shuttle service from all terminals.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/newyorkjfk.htm", "title": "New York City JFK Airport Guide - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-03-09T16:06:27Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/new-york-city-jfk-airport-guide.htm", "title": "New York City JFK Airport Guide - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-06T08:02:49Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:30:04Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kennedy_Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-11T23:04:47Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/usa/new-york/new-york-city/activities/private_one_way_transfer_john_f_kennedy_airport_to_new_york-X55Q5M?property=NYCWS", "title": "Private One-way Transfer John F. Kennedy Airport To New York", "time_published": "2026-02-16T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramada%20Plaza%20JFK%20Hotel", "title": "Ramada Plaza JFK Hotel", "time_published": "2026-03-23T14:41:49Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at John F Kennedy Intl Airport?", "answer": "John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) offers currency exchange offices in Terminals 1, 4, 5, 7, and 8. Prayer rooms or chapels are available in Terminals 1, 4, and 8, with Our Lady of the Skies Chapel located pre-security in Terminal 4 near the departures level. Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout all terminals.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-18T15:13:54Z" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com?bcsi-ac-a36e4bd543b0a21d=29D68E8100000108xBb3B2V1FoItWavwVCddiFHyx4MCAAAACAEAAFrdWwAAjScADQAAAI8TAgA=", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-18T15:13:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:30:04Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kennedy_Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-11T23:04:47Z" }, { "url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/2015/12/15/jfk-five-things-ok-technically-six-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-john-f-kennedy-international-airport/", "title": "JFK: Five Things (OK, Technically Six Things) You Probably Didn’t Know About John F. Kennedy International Airport |", "time_published": "2015-12-15T15:00:57Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Kathmandu to New York City?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Kathmandu to New York City, so all journeys involve at least one connection. The most common long-haul aircraft on this route are the Boeing 777 (including 777-300ER variants) and the Airbus A350-900, typically connecting via Doha (Qatar Airways), Dubai (Emirates), or Delhi (Air India); the Airbus A380-800 also appears on the Dubai–New York leg. On the shorter connecting segments, you'll commonly see Boeing 787-8/787-9, Boeing 737 MAX 8, or Airbus A320-family and A330 aircraft. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these long-haul international flights, though the exact aircraft can vary by day and airline.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Kathmandu to New York City?", "answer": "Star Alliance serves the route through Air India, Singapore Airlines, and Turkish Airlines, while Oneworld is present via Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific. Emirates and Flydubai also operate connecting itineraries but belong to no alliance, and SkyTeam is not represented.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Kathmandu?", "answer": "The main lounge at Tribhuvan International Airport is the Executive Lounge, located in the International Terminal after immigration and before the second security check on the 2nd floor. It is accessible via Priority Pass, American Express Platinum, and likely through business class tickets on some airlines, though specific airline-branded lounges are not confirmed. The lounge offers premium food, a full bar with spirits, beer, and wine, conference rooms, and a separate smoking area, with Wi-Fi available for a fee.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.airports-terminal.com/qatar-airways/qatar-airways-ktm-terminal-tribhuvan-international-airport/", "title": "Qatar Airways KTM Terminal - Tribhuvan International Airport", "time_published": "2024-06-21T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/KTM/executive-lounge-international-terminal-JFg96vty3o", "title": "Executive Lounge at Tribhuvan International Airport | Amex GB", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-xb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/KTM/executive-lounge-international-terminal-JFg96vty3o", "title": "Executive Lounge at Tribhuvan International Airport | Amex XB", "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/nepal/tribhuvan-international", "title": "Tribhuvan International Airport KTM Lounges - KTM Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/nepal/tribhuvan-international/ktm-executive-lounge", "title": "Executive Lounge KTM AIRPORT International Terminal Kathmandu International | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Kathmandu to New York City?", "answer": "Baggage rules on flights from Kathmandu to New York City depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets are restrictive and may not include a checked bag. Standard international economy usually includes at least one free checked bag and a carry‑on." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Kathmandu to New York City?", "answer": "Flights from Kathmandu to New York City typically offer Economy and flat-bed Business class; Premium Economy is available on some connecting airlines, while First class is rare." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare class; flexible and premium cabin tickets generally allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive economy fares usually do not." } } } }