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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Kathmandu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kathmandu.787 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Kathmandu on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 787 €, select.
Kathmandu.883 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kathmandu on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 883 €, select.
Kathmandu.896 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Fri, 23 May.Return flight with Air India and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Kathmandu on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 896 €, select.
Kathmandu.916 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kathmandu on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 916 €, select.
Kathmandu.916 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kathmandu on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 916 €, select.
Kathmandu.921 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kathmandu on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 921 €, select.
Kathmandu.937 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Fri, 21 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kathmandu on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 937 €, select.
Kathmandu.960 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kathmandu on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 960 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Kathmandu flights are currently cheapest in September.
Apr
from 1.163 €
May
from 1.107 €
Jun
from 1.236 €
Jul
from 1.226 €
Aug
from 1.216 €
Sep
from 787 €
Oct
from 960 €
Nov
from 937 €
Dec
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Jan
from 1.090 €
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Chicago to Kathmandu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago to Kathmandu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kathmandu.

Chicago to Kathmandu: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found787 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Kathmandu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Kathmandu is 787 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago to Kathmandu. But we found flights with one stop from 787 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Kathmandu.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu Airport on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Kathmandu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kathmandu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kathmandu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kathmandu is Cathay Pacific .

Flying from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when searching for a flight from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).

  • Kathmandu is 10 hours 48 minutes ahead of Chicago. Tribhuvan International Airport is located in Kathmandu, which operates on the UTC+5:47 timezone.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Chicago to KTM.

  • Popular months like August or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Chicago to KTM leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from central Chicago to ORD is around 40 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Chicago Midway International Airport and KTM:

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 21 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to KTM:

About Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu

  • Tribhuvan International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Kathmandu. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • 359 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport. Return flights start from 787 €. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from Chicago to KTM, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • Getting cheap tickets from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Chicago to KTM.

  • Customise your journey using filters. Adjust the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • February is the quietest time to fly to Kathmandu. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in October. This is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport.

  • Lock in your flight from Chicago to KTM for June if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kathmandu to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Kathmandu

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kathmandu right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Kathmandu itinerary.

Complete your Kathmandu trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Chicago to Tribhuvan International Airport isn't the only thing we're good at. Check out our car rentals in Kathmandu and have more freedom to explore. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. Instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.

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