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$501+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Kathmandu (KTM)

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CHI — KTM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan are usually found in April or August, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,110
(oojo)

One-way from

$501
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,307

Good round-trip deal

$1,552 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Kathmandu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1312:00 pmORD - KTM
1 stop17h 15mAir India
Tue 5/275:00 pmKTM - ORD
1 stop25h 10mAir India
Deal found 2/20$1,102
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/57:20 pmORD - KTM
1 stop34h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 11/59:30 amKTM - ORD
1 stop40h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/19$1,110
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1011:45 pmORD - KTM
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/162:55 pmKTM - ORD
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,145
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/54:00 pmORD - KTM
1 stop43h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 5/1911:20 pmKTM - ORD
1 stop25h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/20$1,149
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:50 pmORD - KTM
2 stops33h 05mIndiGo
Tue 9/164:40 pmKTM - ORD
2 stops40h 05mIndiGo
Deal found 2/20$1,199
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/189:00 pmORD - KTM
2 stops38h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/2911:05 pmKTM - ORD
2 stops29h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,316
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/125:30 pmORD - KTM
2 stops42h 15mChina Southern
Fri 5/1611:30 pmKTM - ORD
2 stops41h 08mChina Southern
Deal found 2/20$1,381
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Wed 4/308:35 pmORD - KTM
1 stop31h 15mEmirates
Fri 9/261:10 amKTM - ORD
1 stop25h 20mEmirates
Deal found 2/20$1,416

Find flights from Chicago to Kathmandu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Kathmandu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

12:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Tue 5/27

5:00 pm-7:25 am

1 stop25h 10m

$1,102

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

4:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop43h 25m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Mon 5/19

11:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,149

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

6:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops48h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 9/27

6:00 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,162

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

12:29 pm-10:40 am

2 stops35h 26m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 4/13

11:40 am-5:45 am

2 stops28h 50m

$1,217

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/12

5:30 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops42h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 5/16

11:30 pm-5:53 am

2 stops41h 08m

$1,381

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/24

7:50 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Mon 7/14

4:40 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,393

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

8:35 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 9/26

1:10 am-3:45 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$1,416

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/17

9:30 pm-11:50 am

3 stops51h 35m

$522

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

1:10 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop38h 45m

$529

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/17

12:00 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop39h 10m

$614

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Kathmandu in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Kathmandu flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Kathmandu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Kathmandu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Kathmandu flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Kathmandu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Kathmandu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Kathmandu, you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Kathmandu?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kathmandu (average of $1,237). Flying from Chicago to Kathmandu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,997). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to KTM?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Kathmandu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Kathmandu. Price data was last updated on October 13, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Kathmandu flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, China Southern and Cathay Pacific from Chicago to Kathmandu by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,613 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

IndiGo
6.8
Okay
482 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,301 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Kathmandu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly into Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) if they book a flight to Kathmandu from Chicago. On average, Tribhuvan has 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 9 airlines. Kathmandu Tribhuvan is conveniently located just 2.5 mi from Kathmandu’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Kathmandu round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Kathmandu is Air India. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,110 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, starting at $1,153 and $1,233 round-trip. Users have found that Air India is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air India. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $560. Users have also found prices from $596 and $2,029 on IndiGo and Singapore Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,583 for a flight from Chicago to Kathmandu. The cheapest flight overall is $1,531 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Kathmandu Tribhuvan) is currently priced at $836.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Kathmandu?

    Of the flights from Chicago to Kathmandu that have layovers, most of them stop in New Delhi.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in New Delhi?

    The majority of New Delhi visitors spend their time at Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib can be visited by traveling about 8.7 mi, 8.7 mi, and 8.2 mi respectively from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Travelers can rent a car at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl for an average daily rate of $62 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Kathmandu flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Chicago to Kathmandu is Doha.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Kathmandu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Kathmandu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Kathmandu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Kathmandu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Kathmandu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kathmandu (average of $1,237). Flying from Chicago to Kathmandu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,997). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Kathmandu

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Kathmandu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$762Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$980Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air IndiaCheapest$984Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,065Average$1,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,071Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
IndiGoCheapest$1,355Average$1,552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
China SouthernCheapest$1,378Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EmiratesCheapest$1,381Average$1,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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