Are direct flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. always the best option?

Direct flights are often convenient, saving travel time, but they may not always be the most economical choice. Flights with one or more layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding between direct and connecting flights.

Can flexible travel dates help on Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. flights?

Absolutely, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying during off-peak seasons or on weekdays often results in lower fares. Even shifting your departure or return by a few days can sometimes lead to considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight meal costs. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

For those planning cheap flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C., February stands out as the most economical month, with a median fare of $962. Other favorable months include October, where the median fare is $1005, and December, with a median of $1021. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

A typical journey from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. takes about 32h 45m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a substantial distance of 12,393 kilometers. Given the considerable travel time, planning your itinerary carefully is advisable.

Fares for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. typically range from $1055–$1435, with a median of $1181. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Despite this, about 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals do appear. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you secure a more favorable fare.

When flying from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C., most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C., meaning all available options involve connections. The typical number of stopovers for connecting flights is 2, which contributes to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $1,201 - $2,242

Prices for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $1201 and $2242. The current lowest deal is $1045 with IndiGo, for travel from Oct 3-Oct 27.

now $1,045

Low $1,201

High $2,242

The cheapest time to fly from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Kathmandu to Washington is February, with a median price of $962. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1640. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $962

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,640

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Etihad Airways

IndiGo

Nepal Airlines

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$1,519

$1,846

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$1,771

$1,846

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$1,755

$1,840

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$1,568

$1,333

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

IndiGo, Etihad Airways

$1,598

$1,205

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

IndiGo, Etihad Airways

$1,383

$1,301

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

3 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 24

$1,663 → $1,245

25%

4 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 25

$1,664 → $1,310

21%

2 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 24

$1,603 → $1,255

22%

24 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 27

$1,338 → $1,045

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $1045.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $962.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 32h 45m

The typical flight duration from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. is 32h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

IndiGo offers a recent deal at $1045

IndiGo recently offered a deal for $1045 from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. are frequent.

Kathmandu main airports to depart from

Tribhuvan International (KTM)

Cheapest

Tribhuvan International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~4 km from Kathmandu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,062

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a good option for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,288

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak)

💸 Flights from ~$1,265

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Sep 22

Washington, D.C., United States

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$7,034

$4,019

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Sep 22

Washington, D.C., United States

92% AI deal score

$7,046

$4,177

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Jan 26

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,574

$4,264

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Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From KTM

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Jan 26

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,493

$4,267

Save $2,226

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From KTM

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Jan 26

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,727

$4,267

Save $2,460

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From KTM

Elite

Jan 26

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,613

$4,267

Save $2,346

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From KTM

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Jan 26

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,493

$4,278

Save $2,215

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From KTM

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Jan 26

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,947

$4,297

Save $2,650

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From KTM

Elite

Jan 26

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,615

$4,309

Save $2,306

Air India Limited, +1

Business Class

From KTM

Elite

Oct 29

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,872

$4,337

Save $2,535

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From KTM

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Dec 03

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,534

$4,410

Save $2,124

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

From KTM

Elite

Dec 10

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,541

$4,411

Save $2,130

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison websites can help you see various options across different airlines. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower prices than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for international routes. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might sometimes offer better deals than weekend purchases.

Yes, comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more affordable flight options. Even if an airport is a bit further, the savings on airfare might outweigh the additional ground transportation cost. It's a good strategy to broaden your search.

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Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $1,201 - $2,242

Prices for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $1201 and $2242. The current lowest deal is $1045 with IndiGo, for travel from Oct 3-Oct 27.

now $1,045

Low $1,201

High $2,242

The cheapest time to fly from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $962

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,640

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Etihad Airways

IndiGo

Nepal Airlines

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$1,519

$1,846

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$1,771

$1,846

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$1,755

$1,840

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$1,568

$1,333

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

IndiGo, Etihad Airways

$1,598

$1,205

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

KTM - Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu (KTM) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

IndiGo, Etihad Airways

$1,383

$1,301

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

3 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 24

$1,663 → $1,245

25%

4 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 25

$1,664 → $1,310

21%

2 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 24

$1,603 → $1,255

22%

24 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 27

$1,338 → $1,045

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $1045.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $962.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 32h 45m

The typical flight duration from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. is 32h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

IndiGo offers a recent deal at $1045

IndiGo recently offered a deal for $1045 from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. are frequent.

Kathmandu main airports to depart from

Tribhuvan International (KTM)

Cheapest

Tribhuvan International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~4 km from Kathmandu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,062

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a good option for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,288

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often resulting in lower fares.

Washington, D.C., United States

91% AI deal score

$6,541

$4,411

Save $2,130

SriLankan Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Cheap Flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Today’s best flight deals from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Flights typically take 32h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

IndiGo offers a recent deal at $1045

Deals are frequent for this route

Kathmandu main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How can I find cheap flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.?

When should I book flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.?

Are direct flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Kathmandu to Washington, D.C. flights?

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More routes from Kathmandu

Flights to Washington, D.C. from other cities

Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.

Kathmandu - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Flights typically take 32h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

IndiGo offers a recent deal at $1045

Deals are frequent for this route

Kathmandu main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How can I find cheap flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.?

When should I book flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Kathmandu to Washington, D.C.?