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Flight deals from Chennai to Kathmandu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai Airport to Kathmandu Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P19,390. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kathmandu.P7,038 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Chennai on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,038, select.
Kathmandu.P7,044 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Chennai on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,044, select.
Kathmandu.P7,325 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Chennai on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,325, select.
Kathmandu.P8,527 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,527, select.
Kathmandu.P8,546 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,546, select.
Kathmandu.P8,706 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,706, select.
Kathmandu.P8,743 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,743, select.
Kathmandu.P9,089 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,089, select.
Kathmandu.P9,420 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,420, select.
Kathmandu.P9,457 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,457, select.
Kathmandu.P9,485 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 May.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,485, select.
Kathmandu.P9,576 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,576, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Kathmandu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to Kathmandu flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from P8,527
Jul
from P8,546
Aug
from P7,038
Sep
from P7,044
Oct
from P7,325
Nov
from P9,457
Dec
from P8,706
Jan
from P9,089
Feb
from P8,743
Mar
from P9,420
Apr
from P9,576
May
from P9,485

Chennai to Kathmandu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chennai to Kathmandu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kathmandu.

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Chennai to Kathmandu: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundP7,038
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Kathmandu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Kathmandu is P17,497. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to Kathmandu. But we found flights with one or more stops from P17,497.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Kathmandu.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Kathmandu is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Kathmandu Airport on Tuesday, 25 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Kathmandu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kathmandu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kathmandu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kathmandu.

Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Kathmandu Airport (KTM): what you need to know

  • Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, which makes Kathmandu 17 minutes ahead of Chennai.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your MAA to KTM flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Kathmandu Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MAA and KTM:

    • Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Mumbai Airport

    • Kolkata Airport

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Kathmandu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Kathmandu Airport (KTM)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chennai Airport to Kathmandu Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KTM instead:

  • Venture beyond Kathmandu and check out places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own wheels. You can grab a Kathmandu Airport rental car from Spark Car.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Kathmandu Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu

  • Kathmandu Airport to central Kathmandu has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Kathmandu Airport (KTM)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Kathmandu Airport. November is the most popular month to visit Kathmandu. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Kathmandu Airport for June if you want to go to Kathmandu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to KTM in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.

Explore more of Nepal

  • Pokhara is just one of the many cities in Nepal waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometers away to the north-west, popular attractions include Phewa Lake, Parahawking and Sarangkot View Point.

  • Patan is another favourite destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometers south of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without dropping by Patan Durbar Square, Hiranya Varna Mahavihar and Kathmandu.

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