Cheap flights from Chicago to Kathmandu

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Cheapest round-trip flights $754
Cathay Pacific 1 stop 44 hr Thu, Jan 29 — Wed, Feb 11
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is currently $754
Cheapest one-way flight $375
Cathay Pacific 1 stop 44 hr Wed, Jan 21
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is currently $375
Last-minute weekend getaway $2,043
JetBlue, Qatar Airways 2 stops 35 hr Sat, Nov 15 — Mon, Nov 17
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Kathmandu is currently $2,043
Cheapest business class flights $5,270
Air India, LOT 2 stops 29 hr Thu, Jan 22 — Wed, Feb 4
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is currently $5,270
Fastest flight 20 hr 5 min The fastest flight with stops from Chicago to Kathmandu takes 20 hr 5 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu is typically August. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
August
Cheapest
Typical prices: $780–1,650
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $1,500–3,250

Popular airlines from Chicago to Kathmandu

  • Qatar Airways
    from $1,166
    Typical price: $1,450–2,650
    21 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - KTM Every day
  • Air India
    from $1,429
    Typical price: $1,550–2,250
    16 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - KTM Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
  • Turkish Airlines
    from $1,141
    Typical price: $1,500–3,000
    12 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - KTM Every day
  • Cathay Pacific
    from $754
    Typical price: $1,300–2,800
    7 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - KTM Every day
  • Korean Air
    from $1,836
    Typical price: $2,300–6,200
    2 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - KTM Every Thu, Sun

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago United States 31 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago United States 26 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee United States 1 hr 28 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis United States 2 hr 58 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Kathmandu

  • Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
    Kathmandu Nepal 20 min 2 mi
  • Simra Airport (SIF)
    Pipara Simara Nepal 3 hr 45 min 43 mi
  • Pokhara Domestic Airport (PKR)
    Pokhara Nepal 5 hr 37 min 88 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Kathmandu

When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu?
The cheapest flights from Chicago to Kathmandu are usually in August. Typical ticket prices in August range from $780 to $1,650.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Kathmandu recently found on Google Flights was with Cathay Pacific from $754. The cheapest one-way flight was with Cathay Pacific from $375.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $1,166, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 18.
  • The cheapest Air India flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $1,429, flying from Jan 25 to Feb 9.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $1,141, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 21.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $754, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 11.
  • The cheapest Korean Air flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $1,836, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 24.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Kathmandu starts at $754 from Thu, Jan 29 to Wed, Feb 11. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $375 and departs on Wed, Jan 21.
How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu?
20 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Kathmandu.
When should you fly to Kathmandu, Nepal?
Peak travel is Feb–Apr. Monsoon season runs Jun–Sep. Key events include the Indra Jatra festival (dates vary, Aug/Sep), a religious festival featuring masked dances in Durbar Square.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Kathmandu really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu.

In terms of flights, Qatar Airways is the most popular. Qatar Airways offers 21 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .

Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Kathmandu are:
  • Air India offers 16 connecting flights per week. Air India flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .
  • Turkish Airlines offers 12 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .
  • Cathay Pacific offers 7 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .
  • Korean Air offers 2 connecting flights per week. Korean Air flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Chicago and Kathmandu.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Kathmandu recently found on Google Flights was with Cathay Pacific from $754. The cheapest one-way flight was with Cathay Pacific from $375.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $1,166, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 18.
  • The cheapest Air India flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $1,429, flying from Jan 25 to Feb 9.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $1,141, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 21.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $754, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 11.
  • The cheapest Korean Air flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is $1,836, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 24.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?
No airline flies direct from Chicago to Kathmandu.
  • There are 21 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 16 Air India connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 12 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Cathay Pacific connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 2 Korean Air connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available on Thursday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Kathmandu?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Kathmandu at price $2,043 is offered by JetBlue, Qatar Airways from Sat, Nov 15 to Mon, Nov 17.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?
No airline flies direct from Chicago to Kathmandu.
  • There are 21 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 16 Air India connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 12 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Cathay Pacific connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 2 Korean Air connecting flights from Chicago to Kathmandu per week. Flights are available on Thursday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Chicago to Kathmandu available?
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Kathmandu.
How can I find nonstop flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Kathmandu start at $5,270 from Thu, Jan 22 to Wed, Feb 4 with Air India, LOT.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Kathmandu start at $754 from Thu, Jan 29 to Wed, Feb 11.
How can I book business class trips from Chicago to Kathmandu?
To book business class trips from Chicago to Kathmandu, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Chicago to Kathmandu next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Kathmandu starts at $2,043 from Sat, Nov 15 to Mon, Nov 17 with JetBlue, Qatar Airways.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Kathmandu?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Kathmandu at price $2,043 is offered by JetBlue, Qatar Airways from Sat, Nov 15 to Mon, Nov 17.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Kathmandu?
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Kathmandu, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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