Are direct flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be more affordable. Consider your priorities, whether it's speed or cost savings, when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Los Angeles to Kathmandu flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying during off-peak seasons or on weekdays, rather than weekends or holidays, usually 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 Los Angeles to Kathmandu flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Los Angeles to Kathmandu: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Kathmandu takes about 33h 46m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the common travel experience for this long-haul distance.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu, prices typically range from $1559–$2107, with a median of $1708. Right now, current fares are near the typical level. However, a good price is currently uncommon, with 0% of recent fares classified as such.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu, December stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $995. Other relatively cheaper months include September, with a median of $1622, and November, with a median of $1676.

Most itineraries for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu are connecting flights. 0% of recent fares were for direct flights, meaning travelers should expect to make connections. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

The route from Los Angeles to Kathmandu covers a significant distance of 12718 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This substantial distance contributes to the extended travel times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Regular price: $973 - $1,634

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu is between $973 and $1634. The current lowest deal is $843 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Nov 3-Nov 11.

now $843

Low $973

High $1,634

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu is December, with a median price of $995. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $2354. Prices are generally lower from September to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $995

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,354

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Cathay Pacific

China Southern Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Cathay Pacific

$1,117

$1,305

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Cathay Pacific

$1,115

$1,252

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Cathay Pacific

$1,110

$1,356

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Cathay Pacific

$1,115

$1,356

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Qatar Airways

$1,133

$1,376

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,091

$916

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

8 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 10

$1,134 → $916

19%

21 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 23

$1,091 → $916

16%

19 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 21

$1,091 → $956

12%

15 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 25

$1,056 → $956

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Los Angeles - Kathmandu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Kathmandu are near the typical level at $1708.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $995.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 33h 46m connecting

Flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu typically take 33h 46m with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Cathay Pacific offers many deals

Cathay Pacific has 50 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Regular deal cadence

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu appear with regular cadence.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$869

Kathmandu main airports to arrive at

Tribhuvan International (KTM)

Cheapest

Tribhuvan International Airport is the primary international gateway to Kathmandu and Nepal.

📍 ~4 km from Kathmandu city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$905

Airports nearby Kathmandu used as alternative

Pokhara (PKR)

Pokhara is a major tourist hub with developed airport infrastructure, offering potential for broader connectivity.

📍 ~146 km from Kathmandu (reachable by car, subject to traffic and terrain)

💸 Flights from ~$1,354

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From LAX

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Nov 07

Kathmandu, Nepal

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$6,440

$4,383

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From LAX

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Kathmandu, Nepal

92% AI deal score

$6,521

$4,390

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Kathmandu, Nepal

91% AI deal score

$6,572

$4,607

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From LAX

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Kathmandu, Nepal

91% AI deal score

$6,213

$4,907

Save $1,306

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From LAX

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Kathmandu, Nepal

91% AI deal score

$6,459

$4,930

Save $1,529

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From LAX

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Dec 03

Kathmandu, Nepal

91% AI deal score

$6,350

$4,945

Save $1,405

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

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From LAX

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Nov 07

Kathmandu, Nepal

91% AI deal score

$6,458

$4,954

Save $1,504

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From LAX

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Kathmandu, Nepal

91% AI deal score

$6,333

$4,993

Save $1,340

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Nov 06

Kathmandu, Nepal

91% AI deal score

$7,470

$5,221

Save $2,249

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Nov 07

Kathmandu, Nepal

90% AI deal score

$7,249

$5,380

Save $1,869

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Nov 06

Kathmandu, Nepal

90% AI deal score

$7,264

$5,387

Save $1,877

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From LAX

Elite

Nov 04

Kathmandu, Nepal

90% AI deal score

$7,364

$5,438

Save $1,926

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kathmandu

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Also, looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may sometimes offer lower fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, may help secure better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Mid-week bookings might also sometimes offer slight advantages compared to weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may involve additional ground transportation, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this approach.

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Los Angeles to Kathmandu: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Regular price: $973 - $1,634

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu is between $973 and $1634. The current lowest deal is $843 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Nov 3-Nov 11.

now $843

Low $973

High $1,634

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

December

Cheapest

Flights from $995

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,354

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Cathay Pacific

China Southern Airlines

Sichuan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Cathay Pacific

$1,117

$1,305

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Cathay Pacific

$1,115

$1,252

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Cathay Pacific

$1,110

$1,356

One-way

Sat, Oct 31

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Cathay Pacific

$1,115

$1,356

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Qatar Airways

$1,133

$1,376

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Kathmandu

Los Angeles (LAX) - Kathmandu (KTM)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,091

$916

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

8 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 10

$1,134 → $916

19%

21 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 23

$1,091 → $916

16%

19 nights

Nov 2 - Nov 21

$1,091 → $956

12%

15 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 25

$1,056 → $956

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Los Angeles - Kathmandu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Kathmandu are near the typical level at $1708.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $995.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 33h 46m connecting

Flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu typically take 33h 46m with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Cathay Pacific offers many deals

Cathay Pacific has 50 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Regular deal cadence

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu appear with regular cadence.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$869

Kathmandu main airports to arrive at

Tribhuvan International (KTM)

Cheapest

Tribhuvan International Airport is the primary international gateway to Kathmandu and Nepal.

📍 ~4 km from Kathmandu city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$905

Airports nearby Kathmandu used as alternative

Pokhara (PKR)

Pokhara is a major tourist hub with developed airport infrastructure, offering potential for broader connectivity.

Kathmandu, Nepal

90% AI deal score

$7,364

$5,438

Save $1,926

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kathmandu

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Today’s best flight deals from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Los Angeles to Kathmandu: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Los Angeles - Kathmandu route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Typically 33h 46m connecting

Connecting flights are dominant

Cathay Pacific offers many deals

Regular deal cadence

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Kathmandu main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kathmandu used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kathmandu

Best Elite deals to Kathmandu

Nov 07

Nov 06

Nov 04

Dec 06

Apr 21

Dec 03

Nov 07

Apr 13

Nov 06

Nov 07

Nov 06

Nov 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kathmandu

How can I find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu?

When should I book flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu?

Are direct flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Los Angeles to Kathmandu flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Los Angeles to Kathmandu flights?

Related routes

More routes from Los Angeles

Flights to Kathmandu from other cities

Los Angeles to Kathmandu: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Kathmandu

Los Angeles - Kathmandu route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Typically 33h 46m connecting

Connecting flights are dominant

Cathay Pacific offers many deals

Regular deal cadence

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Kathmandu main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kathmandu used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kathmandu

Best Elite deals to Kathmandu

Nov 07

Nov 06

Nov 04

Dec 06

Apr 21

Dec 03

Nov 07

Apr 13

Nov 06

Nov 07

Nov 06

Nov 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kathmandu

How can I find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu?

When should I book flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Los Angeles to Kathmandu?