Are direct flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with connections can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration.

Can flexible travel dates help on San Francisco to Kathmandu flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flight options. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Tools that allow you to view prices across a range of dates can be very helpful.

What extra costs should I check before booking San Francisco 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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2026-09-21 – 2026-09-29
SFO - Kathmandu
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$1,231
$864
Round trip
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$1,126
$864
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$1,209
$868
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San Francisco to Kathmandu: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Most itineraries for cheap flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should expect to factor in layovers when planning their journey.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu? The data indicates that April is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $700. Following closely are March, with a median fare of $702, and February, where the median fare is $710. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

A typical journey from San Francisco to Kathmandu takes approximately 33h 50m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a substantial distance of 12,197 km. Given the distance and the need for connections, travelers should prepare for an extended travel time.

Fares for this route typically range from $1040–$1700, with a median of $1262. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Regular price: $1,030 - $1,751

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu is between $1030 and $1751. The current lowest deal is $864 with Air India Limited for travel from Sep 21-Sep 29.

now $864

Low $1,030

High $1,751

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu is April, with a median price of $700. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1474. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $700

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,474

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Air India Limited

Cathay Pacific

China Eastern Airlines

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,427

$901

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,212

$1,026

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,324

$939

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,236

$948

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,546

$966

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,241

$1,027

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

$1,546 → $961

38%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$1,524 → $1,071

30%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$1,525 → $1,079

29%

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

$1,532 → $1,096

28%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu

San Francisco - Kathmandu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Francisco to Kathmandu are below the typical level, with deals around $864.

📅 Best time to fly

February, March, and April are cheapest

Historically, February, March, and April offer the lowest median prices for flights to Kathmandu.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 33h 50m

Flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 33h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with no direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers many deals

Air India Limited has historically offered 32 deals on connecting flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu appear regularly, so check frequently for offers.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient option for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$844

Kathmandu main airports to arrive at

Tribhuvan International (KTM)

Cheapest

Tribhuvan International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Kathmandu from San Francisco.

📍 ~4 km from Kathmandu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$846

Airports nearby Kathmandu used as alternative

Pokhara (PKR)

Pokhara Airport can be a useful alternative arrival airport due to its developed infrastructure and frequent flights.

📍 ~145 km from destination city (reachable by car, subject to heavy traffic and mountainous terrain)

💸 Flights from ~$1,350

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From SFO

Elite

Nov 29

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,349

$3,003

Save $3,346

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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Dec 01

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,639

$3,003

Save $3,636

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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Nov 30

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,367

$3,003

Save $3,364

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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Dec 06

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,797

$3,003

Save $3,794

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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Dec 02

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,723

$3,003

Save $3,720

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Dec 05

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,756

$3,039

Save $3,717

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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Dec 08

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,796

$3,062

Save $3,734

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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Dec 07

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,804

$3,062

Save $3,742

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Nov 15

Kathmandu, Nepal

92% AI deal score

$6,073

$3,003

Save $3,070

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Nov 17

Kathmandu, Nepal

92% AI deal score

$6,109

$3,003

Save $3,106

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Nov 25

Kathmandu, Nepal

92% AI deal score

$6,153

$3,026

Save $3,127

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Nov 26

Kathmandu, Nepal

92% AI deal score

$6,199

$3,039

Save $3,160

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 different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing.

Comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation.

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San Francisco to Kathmandu: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Regular price: $1,030 - $1,751

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu is between $1030 and $1751. The current lowest deal is $864 with Air India Limited for travel from Sep 21-Sep 29.

now $864

Low $1,030

High $1,751

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu

April

Cheapest

Flights from $700

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,474

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Air India Limited

Cathay Pacific

China Eastern Airlines

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,427

$901

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,212

$1,026

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,324

$939

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,236

$948

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,546

$966

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Kathmandu

San Francisco (SFO) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Air India Limited

$1,241

$1,027

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

2 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 17

$1,546 → $961

38%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$1,524 → $1,071

30%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$1,525 → $1,079

29%

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

$1,532 → $1,096

28%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu

San Francisco - Kathmandu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Francisco to Kathmandu are below the typical level, with deals around $864.

📅 Best time to fly

February, March, and April are cheapest

Historically, February, March, and April offer the lowest median prices for flights to Kathmandu.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 33h 50m

Flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 33h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with no direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers many deals

Air India Limited has historically offered 32 deals on connecting flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu appear regularly, so check frequently for offers.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient option for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$844

Kathmandu main airports to arrive at

Tribhuvan International (KTM)

Cheapest

Tribhuvan International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Kathmandu from San Francisco.

📍 ~4 km from Kathmandu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$846

Airports nearby Kathmandu used as alternative

Pokhara (PKR)

Pokhara Airport can be a useful alternative arrival airport due to its developed infrastructure and frequent flights.

Kathmandu, Nepal

92% AI deal score

$6,199

$3,039

Save $3,160

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kathmandu

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Today’s best flight deals from San Francisco to Kathmandu

San Francisco to Kathmandu: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Kathmandu

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Direct flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu

San Francisco - Kathmandu route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February, March, and April are cheapest

Connecting flights take 33h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air India Limited offers many deals

Deals appear regularly

San Francisco 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kathmandu

How can I find cheap flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

When should I book flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

Are direct flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on San Francisco to Kathmandu flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking San Francisco to Kathmandu flights?

Related routes

More routes from San Francisco

Flights to Kathmandu from other cities

San Francisco to Kathmandu: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Kathmandu

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Direct flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu

San Francisco - Kathmandu route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February, March, and April are cheapest

Connecting flights take 33h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air India Limited offers many deals

Deals appear regularly

San Francisco 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 29

Dec 01

Nov 30

Dec 06

Dec 02

Dec 05

Dec 08

Dec 07

Nov 15

Nov 17

Nov 25

Nov 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kathmandu

How can I find cheap flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

When should I book flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu?