Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Kathmandu?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 46% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan?

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan

What airlines fly to Kathmandu?

Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kathmandu from Chicago according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kathmandu. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Kathmandu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Kathmandu?

Flights connecting via New Delhi (DEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 17h 45m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Kathmandu?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $754.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Kathmandu?

New Delhi (DEL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 24m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport is 8 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$511 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Kathmandu in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Kathmandu?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,711 to $1,284. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,227.

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4:00 pm - 9:45 pm

ORD

KTM

43h 00m

1 stop

11:00 pm - 1:55 pm

KTM

ORD

25h 40m

1 stop

$1,227Cathay Pacific

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 19

7:20 pm - 1:05 pm

ORD

KTM

31h 00m

2 stops

5:10 pm - 2:30 pm

KTM

ORD

57h 05m

2 stops

$1,228Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sun, Nov 15

6:00 am - 7:50 pm

ORD

KTM

27h 05m

3 stops

10:50 am - 3:05 pm

KTM

ORD

39h 00m

2 stops

$1,233Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 16

4:00 pm - 9:45 pm

ORD

KTM

43h 00m

1 stop

11:00 pm - 2:20 pm

KTM

ORD

26h 05m

1 stop

$1,234Cathay Pacific

Sat, Jul 25 - Tue, Sep 8

4:00 pm - 9:45 pm

ORD

KTM

43h 00m

1 stop

11:00 pm - 2:20 pm

KTM

ORD

26h 05m

1 stop

$1,238Cathay Pacific

Sun, Aug 23 - Fri, Sep 11

6:00 am - 7:50 pm

ORD

KTM

27h 05m

3 stops

8:50 pm - 3:05 pm

KTM

ORD

29h 00m

2 stops

$1,241Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Sep 17

7:20 pm - 11:50 am

ORD

KTM

53h 45m

3 stops

1:40 pm - 2:30 pm

KTM

ORD

60h 35m

3 stops

$1,242Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Dec 2

6:00 am - 7:50 pm

ORD

KTM

27h 05m

3 stops

4:40 pm - 3:05 pm

KTM

ORD

33h 10m

2 stops

$1,244Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Oct 13

2:35 pm - 9:30 pm

ORD

KTM

43h 10m

1 stop

10:55 pm - 12:55 pm

KTM

ORD

25h 45m

1 stop

$1,246Cathay Pacific

Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 16

6:00 am - 7:50 pm

ORD

KTM

27h 05m

3 stops

4:40 pm - 3:05 pm

KTM

ORD

57h 10m

2 stops

$1,248Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16

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Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Kathmandu

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 5

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

43h 00m

1 stop

KTM9:45 pmKathmandu Tribhuvan

Sep 19

KTM11:00 pmKathmandu Tribhuvan

25h 40m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,227

Cathay Pacific

Jul 25

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

43h 00m

1 stop

KTM9:45 pmKathmandu Tribhuvan

Sep 8

KTM11:00 pmKathmandu Tribhuvan

26h 05m

1 stop

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,234

Cathay Pacific

Aug 23

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

43h 00m

1 stop

KTM9:45 pmKathmandu Tribhuvan

Sep 11

KTM11:00 pmKathmandu Tribhuvan

26h 05m

1 stop

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,238

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Kathmandu

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Qatar Airways

Jun 17

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 40m

1 stop

KTM4:45 pmKathmandu Tribhuvan

Jun 25

KTM3:30 pmKathmandu Tribhuvan

34h 20m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,121

Qatar Airways

Jun 18

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 45m

1 stop

KTM8:50 amKathmandu Tribhuvan

Jul 25

KTM10:05 amKathmandu Tribhuvan

39h 45m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,199

Qatar Airways

Jun 18

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 45m

1 stop

KTM8:50 amKathmandu Tribhuvan

Jul 30

KTM10:05 amKathmandu Tribhuvan

39h 45m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,325

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ORD - KTM

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Sat 9/5

4:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop43h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sat 9/19

11:00 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$1,227

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ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/10

7:20 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops31h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Sun 11/15

5:10 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops57h 05m

$1,228

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/24

6:00 am-7:50 pm

3 stops27h 05m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 9/16

10:50 am-3:05 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$1,233

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/25

4:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop43h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Tue 9/8

11:00 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,234

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/23

4:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop43h 00m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Fri 9/11

11:00 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,238

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ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/24

6:00 am-7:50 pm

3 stops27h 05m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Thu 9/17

8:50 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,241

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/22

7:20 pm-11:50 am

3 stops53h 45m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 12/2

1:40 pm-2:30 pm

3 stops60h 35m

$1,242

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

6:00 am-7:50 pm

3 stops27h 05m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Tue 10/13

4:40 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,244

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/27

2:35 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop43h 10m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 12/16

10:55 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$1,246

ChicagoKathmandu

ORD - KTM

ORDKTM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/3

6:00 am-7:50 pm

3 stops27h 05m

Kathmandu Tribhuvan

Wed 9/16

4:40 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops57h 10m

$1,248

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Kathmandu?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kathmandu?

The month of June is another great option to travel to Kathmandu, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $549.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kathmandu from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kathmandu for around $1,182 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kathmandu from Chicago for as low as $1,050 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Kathmandu flight.

How have Chicago to Kathmandu flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for Chicago to Kathmandu flights are approximately 27% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Chicago to Kathmandu takes 26h 45m

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How far is Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan by plane?
Kathmandu Tribhuvan is 7602.1 mi away from Chicago. 26h 45m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport is 8 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Kathmandu?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Chicago and Kathmandu, the leading airline is Cathay Pacific, making up 30% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Turkish Airlines with 22%, Air India with 21%, and Qatar Airways with 20%.

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $694	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,369 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,004	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,959 reviews	Search Air India flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,051	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,121	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,452 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $1,133	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 567 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
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