Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Kathmandu?

Flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Des Moines to Kathmandu route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,684 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,838, a difference of $1,154. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Kathmandu?

Garden of Dreams is one of the most viewed places in Kathmandu on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Kathmandu?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Des Moines to Kathmandu changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,648 to $11,629. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Kathmandu?

Kathmandu is 10 hours ahead of Des Moines (Nepal Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Kathmandu flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu range from $1,676 to $2,022, with an average of $1,814 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,676 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Kathmandu?

Qatar Airways ($1,648) and SWISS ($3,338) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Kathmandu according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$1,648

Typical prices: $1,676-$2,022

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Kathmandu

Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 31

3:29 pm - 4:25 pmDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

37h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

6:00 pm - 11:09 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

39h 54m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,648Qatar Airways

Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 10

7:16 pm - 5:30 pmDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

34h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

5:40 pm - 12:26 amKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

42h 31m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,654Qatar Airways

Sat, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 29

3:29 pm - 8:20 amDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

29h 06m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

6:00 pm - 6:57 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

35h 42m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,687Qatar Airways

Sat, Feb 27 - Tue, Mar 30

7:37 pm - 8:20 amDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

24h 58m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

6:00 pm - 6:57 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

35h 42m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,687Qatar Airways

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

11:22 am - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

67h 38m3 stops Charlotte Douglas New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl

7:00 pm - 3:11 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

30h 56m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,036Qatar Airways

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

9:26 am - 4:15 pmDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

44h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:30 pm - 3:11 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

34h 26m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,059Qatar Airways

Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 31

3:25 pm - 6:35 amDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

27h 25m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

9:40 pm - 7:25 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

32h 30m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,212Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 20 - Fri, Jan 15

3:29 pm - 4:25 pmDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

61h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

5:40 pm - 10:10 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

40h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$3,039Qatar Airways

Sun, Dec 20 - Fri, Jan 15

11:21 am - 6:35 amDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

31h 29m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

9:40 pm - 8:10 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

34h 15m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl

$3,338SWISS

Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 10

7:06 am - 10:55 pmDSM Des Moines-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

28h 04m3 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

9:55 am - 1:28 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-DSM Des Moines

39h 18m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$4,740Multiple Airlines

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Kathmandu flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Kathmandu?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu start at $1,648. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,676 to $2,022. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,648 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Kathmandu?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Kathmandu, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 56% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	August
High season	November

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Kathmandu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

Estimated round-trip price

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Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Kathmandu?
Flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Des Moines to Kathmandu route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,684 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,838, a difference of $1,154. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Kathmandu?
Garden of Dreams is one of the most viewed places in Kathmandu on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Kathmandu?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Des Moines to Kathmandu changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,648 to $11,629. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Kathmandu?
Kathmandu is 10 hours ahead of Des Moines (Nepal Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Kathmandu flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Kathmandu range from $1,676 to $2,022, with an average of $1,814 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,676 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,684 - about $1,154 less than Tuesday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Kathmandu trip for October. Fares historically average $1,695 round-trip in that month - typically $1,325 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport.
- The Everest Hotel Kathmandu
- Vannasut Hotel and Spa
- The Dwarika's

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