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Flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu is August, where tickets cost C$ 1,597 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 2,629 and C$ 2,294 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Kathmandu, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 85 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

August

High season

October
Best time to beat the crowds (21% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Kathmandu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu

  • What are my layover options between San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)?

    Different airlines tend to stop in different cities. Hence, your layover will be determined by the airline you travel with. If you opt for Turkish airlines, your layover will be in Istanbul, Turkey, while if you choose either Nepal Airlines or Emirates, your layover will be in Dubai.

  • How do I get from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to the city?

    Taking a cab from KTM to any region in downtown Thamel is the most convenient option. The city's central station is just 20–30min away by car from the airport. You can opt for the various taxi services available just at the airport's exit or pre-book within the airport.

  • Does San Francisco International Airport (SFO) have CLEAR?

    SFO offers CLEAR services at every security checkpoint to expedite the passenger customer check-in process at the airport. Visit any of the many CLEAR booths located throughout the airport with your biometric card to avoid the long TSA check-in queues. CLEAR employs biometric technology to expedite airport security check-in processes, using fingerprints or irises to confirm travelers' identities. Hence, you need not worry about facing a lengthy security queue at this airport.

  • Does Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) have a VIP lounge?

    KTM has a VIP lounge available for reservation by business travelers. The lounge is open for commercially important people who may wish to rest as someone takes care of their formalities. It's in the International Terminal (Outside Security). Take the right stairwell or escalator to the second floor after immigration and before the second security check.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kathmandu from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kathmandu with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Kathmandu?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kathmandu from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Kathmandu

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is well equipped to provide smooth inter-terminal movements for all passengers. This is as this airport boasts a modern, wheelchair-accessible train system called the AirTrain that connects to all the relevant places at the airport.
  • If you are looking to travel directly from SFO to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), you will have to go for a one-stop flight as there are currently no direct flights. Turkish Airlines, Nepal Airlines, Emirates, and Qatar Airways, are among the major airlines that offer quick one-stop flights between the two airports.
  • If you've planned an early morning departure from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), consider spending the night at the Grand Hyatt at the airport. The hotel is directly connected to the terminals by a rail line, and it has its dedicated AirTrain station. At this hotel, you'll enjoy unmatched comfort due to its amenities. You'll also enjoy avoiding the morning commute to catch your plane.
  • The official currency in Nepal is the Nepalese rupee. Therefore, consider exchanging your dollars for Nepalese rupees on arrival at the KTM Airport. You'll find the exchange counters in the arrival lounge for international arrivals. Exchanging your currency on arrival will make your visit smoother.
  • Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) has two nursing rooms. These facilities are located in the arrival lounge just after the immigration center and near the sterile hall for departures. These rooms provide comfortable and private spaces for breastfeeding mums to breastfeed.
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