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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly option. Flights with one or more connections can sometimes be significantly cheaper, depending on the route and demand.

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

Yes, having flexible 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 week. Flying during off-peak seasons or weekdays may result in lower fares.

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 charge for amenities that others include. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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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: $949 - $1,707

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu is typically between $949 and $1707. The current lowest deal is $850 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Nov 2-Nov 19.

now $850

Low $949

High $1,707

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

7 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 17

$1,328 → $904

32%

7 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 18

$1,328 → $924

30%

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$1,531 → $1,133

26%

4 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 15

$1,524 → $1,129

26%

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 at $850.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for prices around $700

Historically, the cheapest months to fly to Kathmandu are April, March, and February.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 33h 50m long

The typical flight duration from San Francisco to Kathmandu is 33h 50m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights are not available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers a recent deal for $850

A recent deal for $850 was found on China Eastern Airlines via Skyscanner for November 2-19, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly on this route

Deals from San Francisco to Kathmandu appear regularly, with new deals emerging every 30 days.

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

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Nov 29

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,349

$3,003

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From SFO

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Dec 01

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,639

$3,003

Save $3,636

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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

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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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Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$6,804

$3,062

Save $3,742

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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Nov 15

Kathmandu, Nepal

92% AI deal score

$6,073

$3,003

Save $3,070

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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Nov 17

Kathmandu, Nepal

92% AI deal score

$6,109

$3,003

Save $3,106

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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Nov 25

Kathmandu, Nepal

92% AI deal score

$6,153

$3,026

Save $3,127

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

From SFO

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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. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various airlines and online travel agencies. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good opportunity. Last-minute bookings can sometimes be more expensive.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options and prices. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare can make it a worthwhile consideration. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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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: $949 - $1,707

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu is typically between $949 and $1707. The current lowest deal is $850 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Nov 2-Nov 19.

now $850

Low $949

High $1,707

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

7 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 17

$1,328 → $904

32%

7 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 18

$1,328 → $924

30%

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$1,531 → $1,133

26%

4 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 15

$1,524 → $1,129

26%

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 at $850.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for prices around $700

Historically, the cheapest months to fly to Kathmandu are April, March, and February.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 33h 50m long

The typical flight duration from San Francisco to Kathmandu is 33h 50m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights are not available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers a recent deal for $850

A recent deal for $850 was found on China Eastern Airlines via Skyscanner for November 2-19, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly on this route

Deals from San Francisco to Kathmandu appear regularly, with new deals emerging every 30 days.

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

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$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

Fly in April for prices around $700

Flights are typically 33h 50m long

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

China Eastern Airlines offers a recent deal for $850

Deals appear regularly on this route

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

Fly in April for prices around $700

Flights are typically 33h 50m long

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

China Eastern Airlines offers a recent deal for $850

Deals appear regularly on this route

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?