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— KTM
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Mon 7/21
Mon 7/28
1 adult, Economy
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Flights to Kathmandu in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kathmandu in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on July 16, 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,549

Round-trip from

$790

One-way from

$466
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From New York to Kathmandu Tribhuvan
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One-way flight from New York to Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kathmandu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on July 16, 2025.

Wed 8/201:55 amJFK - KTM
1 stop34h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 9/611:00 pmKTM - JFK
1 stop23h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/15$790
Thu 8/219:10 pmEWR - KTM
1 stop35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/61:25 pmKTM - EWR
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/14$863
Thu 8/2112:40 pmJFK - KTM
1 stop21h 40mAir India
Sat 9/67:35 amKTM - JFK
2 stops34h 05mAir India
Deal found 7/14$869
Thu 8/2811:10 amJFK - KTM
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/73:05 pmKTM - JFK
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$888
Thu 8/2811:55 amEWR - KTM
1 stop32h 55mAir India
Sun 9/72:00 pmKTM - EWR
1 stop27h 20mAir India
Deal found 7/15$994
Tue 11/1112:25 amEWR - KTM
1 stop24h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/2112:35 pmKTM - EWR
1 stop20h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/14$1,090
Mon 11/1011:45 pmEWR - KTM
2 stops21h 50mEmirates
Wed 12/1011:45 pmKTM - EWR
2 stops32h 10mEmirates
Deal found 7/13$1,167
Tue 7/294:40 pmLGA - KTM
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/39:00 pmKTM - LGA
3 stops31h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$1,296
Thu 9/44:09 pmLGA - KTM
2 stops30h 56mQatar Airways
Wed 9/106:00 pmKTM - LGA
2 stops36h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/14$1,413

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Depart

Return

Price

New YorkKathmandu

JFK - KTM

JFKKTM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/20

1:55 am-9:45 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 9/6

11:00 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$790

NewarkKathmandu

EWR - KTM

EWRKTM

Newark

Thu 8/21

9:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop35h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 9/6

1:25 pm-6:25 am

1 stop26h 45m

$863

New YorkKathmandu

JFK - KTM

JFKKTM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/21

12:40 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 9/6

7:35 am-7:55 am

2 stops34h 05m

$869

New YorkKathmandu

JFK - KTM

JFKKTM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/28

11:10 am-6:35 am

2 stops33h 40m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 9/7

3:05 pm-7:55 am

1 stop26h 35m

$888

NewarkKathmandu

EWR - KTM

EWRKTM

Newark

Thu 8/28

11:55 am-6:35 am

1 stop32h 55m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 9/7

2:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop27h 20m

$994

NewarkKathmandu

EWR - KTM

EWRKTM

Newark

Tue 11/11

12:25 am-11:10 am

1 stop24h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 1/21

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$1,090

NewarkKathmandu

EWR - KTM

EWRKTM

Newark

Mon 11/10

11:45 pm-8:20 am

2 stops21h 50m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 12/10

11:45 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$1,167

New YorkKathmandu

LGA - KTM

LGAKTM

New York LaGuardia

Tue 7/29

4:40 pm-8:05 am

3 stops29h 40m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 9/3

9:00 pm-7:04 pm

3 stops31h 49m

$1,296

New YorkKathmandu

LGA - KTM

LGAKTM

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/4

4:09 pm-8:50 am

2 stops30h 56m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 9/10

6:00 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$1,413

New YorkKathmandu

JFK - KTM

JFKKTM

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/11

11:55 am-9:55 am

1 stop36h 15m

$466

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The best insider tips for flights to Kathmandu

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Kathmandu trip
Airlines
Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways' business class offers private pods and anytime dining.


Qatar Airways' Hamad International Airport offers quiet zones for rest.

Read more about Qatar Airwaysby Brandon Schultz
Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific's economy offers 32 inches of seat pitch and better recline on Airbus.


Take advantage of free stopover in Hong Kong for up to 7 days.

Read more about Cathay Pacificby Yulia Denisyuk
Emirates

Emirates offers 32 inches of legroom and top-notch entertainment in economy.


Emirates' Dubai Connect offers free hotel stays for long layovers.

Read more about Emiratesby Blane Bachelor
Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines offers 30 inches of legroom and power outlets in economy.


Enjoy a travel set with sleep mask and toiletries on long international flights.

Read more about Turkish Airlinesby Jessica Macdonald
Air India

Air India offers hot meals and a checked bag on all fare categories.


Air India's A350 offers 38 inches of seat pitch in Premium Economy.

Read more about Air Indiaby Andreas Spaeth
Singapore Airlines

Enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi and extensive inflight entertainment on long-haul flights.


Economy seats offer 32 inches of legroom and in-seat power on long-haul flights.

Read more about Singapore Airlinesby Gabriel Leigh
Airports
KTM

Upon arrival at KTM, expect long immigration lines during evening international flights. Fill out arrival forms in advance for a smoother process.


For ground transport from KTM, arrange in advance through your hotel or use rideshare apps like Pathao for a safer, convenient ride.

Read more about KTMby Sharad Ranabhat
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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Jessica Macdonald

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Expert on Air India

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Andreas Spaeth

Andreas hails from Hamburg, Germany, and has been visiting over 130 countries around the globe in his never-ending curiosity to explore new places. Visiting airlines and airports on every continent is a good excuse to see their home countries. Andreas is particularly proud he visited the North Pole (by icebreaker) and Antarctica (landing on an ice runway).

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Sharad Ranabhat

Sharad Ranabhat

Expert on KTM

Sharad Ranabhat

Sharad Ranabhat

Sharad, a Nepal-based aviation journalist, is passionate about uncovering the latest in airline news and airport reviews. When he's not diving into the world of aviation, you’ll find him exploring new destinations and sharing stories that connect and inspire.

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Best time to book a flight to Kathmandu

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kathmandu

When is the best time to book a flight to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights to Kathmandu is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

How long is the flight to Kathmandu?

On average, a flight from New York to Kathmandu takes 21 hours 26 minutes. Flights to Kathmandu from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on July 13, 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Kathmandu should consider flying on Wednesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Thursday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kathmandu?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Kathmandu are Qatar Airways, Air India and Cathay Pacific.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $885
Air India
Air India
From $616
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $967
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From $764

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kathmandu?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Kathmandu are Air India, Cathay Pacific and Emirates.

Rainfall in Kathmandu by month

Plan your trip to Kathmandu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kathmandu ranges from 0.0 - 14.6 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 14.6 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Kathmandu when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Kathmandu by month

Plan your trip to Kathmandu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kathmandu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kathmandu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kathmandu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kathmandu. Reviews last updated July 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar Airways to Nepal to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
933 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,603 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,901 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,288 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

FAQs about flying to Kathmandu

Kathmandu, Nepal climate

Laying in the mountainous Kathmandu Valley, the city of Kathmandu has a subtropical highland climate. This means that summer temperatures are in the low-mid 80s (Fahrenheit), and the winter temperatures average around 50 F. Monsoon season is from June to August.

Best Time to Fly to Kathmandu, Nepal

Summer is monsoon season, so trips in late spring and early autumn are best.

Getting around Kathmandu, Nepal

Taxis or rickshaws are preferable to buses, which because of poor road surfaces can be pretty uncomfortable; make sure to negotiate your rate.

Kathmandu, Nepal Travel Information

A symbol of the increased Western presence in recent decades, Freak Street used to be home to a lot of hippies. Today it is a collection of restaurants and lodgings and is a nice alternative to Thamel.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kathmandu?

    Most people fly into Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) if they book a flight to Kathmandu. Tribhuvan is conveniently located just 2.5 mi from Kathmandu’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kathmandu if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kathmandu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kathmandu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kathmandu.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kathmandu?

    Kathmandu Tribhuvan is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kathmandu. One-way flights to Kathmandu Tribhuvan typically cost $44, while round-trip flights cost around $83.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Kathmandu?

    A round-trip flight to Kathmandu will typically cost around $261, however they can be found for as little as $83.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kathmandu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kathmandu, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Kathmandu Tribhuvan have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kathmandu Tribhuvan can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kathmandu Tribhuvan?

    Yes. Kathmandu Tribhuvan has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Somewhere Hotel Pvt.Ltd is the closest property to Kathmandu Tribhuvan (0.0 mi away from Kathmandu Tribhuvan).

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