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

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more connections can often be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration.

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

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons usually results in lower fares compared to weekends or major holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may yield substantial savings.

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

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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Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu: Overview

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

For those planning cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu, prices typically range from $1511–$2752, with a median of $2076 over the past 90 days. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, with only 2% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better fares.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu? The data shows that March is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $889. Following closely are December, with a median of $947, and January, with a median of $992. These months offer the best value for this route.

There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the majority of flights requiring 2 stopovers to reach Kathmandu from Washington, D.C.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 53 hours and 5 minutes. This reflects the multiple stopovers usually involved in traveling this route.

The distance between Washington, D.C. and Kathmandu is approximately 12,393 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international journey.

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

Regular price: $1,115 - $1,791

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

Regular prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu typically range from $1115 to $1791. The current lowest deal is $935 with Etihad Airways for travel from Sep 20-Sep 28.

now $935

Low $1,115

High $1,791

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

The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu is March, with a median price of $889. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $2574. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $889

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,574

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu

Air India Limited

Etihad Airways

Qatar Airways

Emirates Airlines

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

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,287

$1,130

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,289

$1,202

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,280

$1,194

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,313

$1,249

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,520

$1,264

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,284

$1,266

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 25

$1,441 → $957

34%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$1,630 → $1,237

24%

7 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 25

$1,411 → $1,020

28%

8 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 28

$1,310 → $940

28%

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

Washington, D.C. - Kathmandu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu are currently around $935.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March, December, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect connecting flights

Flights to Kathmandu typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 53h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals are available

Deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu are frequent, appearing often.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers competitive deals

Etihad Airways has offered recent deals for $935 from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during off-peak months

Booking in March, December, or January could result in lower fares for your trip.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$969

Kathmandu main airports to arrive at

Tribhuvan International (KTM)

Cheapest

Tribhuvan International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Kathmandu from Washington, D.C.

📍 ~4 km from Kathmandu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$969

Airports nearby Kathmandu used as alternative

Pokhara (PKR)

Pokhara Airport can be a useful alternative due to its developed infrastructure and potential for broader connectivity.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,349

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Nov 14

Kathmandu, Nepal

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$7,499

$4,020

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Kathmandu, Nepal

94% AI deal score

$7,813

$4,151

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From IAD

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Oct 20

Kathmandu, Nepal

94% AI deal score

$7,671

$4,151

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From IAD

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Oct 28

Kathmandu, Nepal

94% AI deal score

$7,806

$4,151

Save $3,655

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From IAD

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Oct 20

Kathmandu, Nepal

94% AI deal score

$7,824

$4,236

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From BWI

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Oct 07

Kathmandu, Nepal

94% AI deal score

$7,899

$4,268

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From BWI

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Kathmandu, Nepal

94% AI deal score

$7,947

$4,269

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From BWI

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Kathmandu, Nepal

94% AI deal score

$7,899

$4,353

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Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

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From BWI

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Oct 07

Kathmandu, Nepal

94% AI deal score

$8,259

$4,517

Save $3,742

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Nov 12

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$7,561

$4,154

Save $3,407

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Oct 22

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$7,684

$4,161

Save $3,523

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From IAD

Elite

Feb 17

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$7,647

$4,273

Save $3,374

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 platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance is often recommended for international flights to secure better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings sometimes offer slight advantages over weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. Even if an alternative airport is further, the savings on airfare might outweigh the additional ground transportation costs. This strategy can expand your choices.

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Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu: Overview

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

There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the majority of flights requiring 2 stopovers to reach Kathmandu from Washington, D.C.

The distance between Washington, D.C. and Kathmandu is approximately 12,393 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international journey.

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

Regular price: $1,115 - $1,791

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

Regular prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu typically range from $1115 to $1791. The current lowest deal is $935 with Etihad Airways for travel from Sep 20-Sep 28.

now $935

Low $1,115

High $1,791

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

March

Cheapest

Flights from $889

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,574

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu

Air India Limited

Etihad Airways

Qatar Airways

Emirates Airlines

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

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,287

$1,130

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,289

$1,202

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,280

$1,194

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,313

$1,249

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,520

$1,264

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Kathmandu

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

Etihad Airways, Air India Limited

$1,284

$1,266

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 25

$1,441 → $957

34%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$1,630 → $1,237

24%

7 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 25

$1,411 → $1,020

28%

8 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 28

$1,310 → $940

28%

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

Washington, D.C. - Kathmandu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu are currently around $935.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March, December, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect connecting flights

Flights to Kathmandu typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 53h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals are available

Deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu are frequent, appearing often.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers competitive deals

Etihad Airways has offered recent deals for $935 from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during off-peak months

Booking in March, December, or January could result in lower fares for your trip.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$969

Kathmandu main airports to arrive at

Tribhuvan International (KTM)

Cheapest

Tribhuvan International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Kathmandu from Washington, D.C.

📍 ~4 km from Kathmandu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$969

Airports nearby Kathmandu used as alternative

Pokhara (PKR)

Pokhara Airport can be a useful alternative due to its developed infrastructure and potential for broader connectivity.

Kathmandu, Nepal

93% AI deal score

$7,647

$4,273

Save $3,374

Air Canada, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kathmandu

Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu

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

Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu

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

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

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

Washington, D.C. - Kathmandu route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Expect connecting flights

Frequent deals are available

Etihad Airways offers competitive deals

Consider booking during off-peak months

Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu?

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

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

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from Washington, D.C.

Flights to Kathmandu from other cities

Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Kathmandu

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

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

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

Washington, D.C. - Kathmandu route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Expect connecting flights

Frequent deals are available

Etihad Airways offers competitive deals

Consider booking during off-peak months

Washington, D.C. 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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Oct 20

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kathmandu

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

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

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