Which airports can I use when flying from Kathmandu to Chennai?

Flights from Kathmandu to Chennai usually depart from Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kathmandu to Chennai.

Which airports do connecting flights from Kathmandu to Chennai pass through?

One-stop flights from Kathmandu to Chennai most commonly connect through: • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) - 87% of one-stop connections • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) - 8% of one-stop connections • Bengaluru Intl (BLR) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Kathmandu to Chennai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $186 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $390, a difference of $204. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Kathmandu to Chennai?

A nonstop flight from Kathmandu to Chennai takes 00m, covering 1,069 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Kathmandu to Chennai?

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 Kathmandu to Chennai 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 $376 to $2,097. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Kathmandu to Chennai looking right now?

One-way fares from Kathmandu to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $578, which is 183% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kathmandu to Chennai?

Flying via Bengaluru Intl (BLR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 7h 39m via Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) and 8h 36m via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

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

Round-trip flights from Kathmandu to Chennai range from $232 to $329, with an average of $262 over the past 12 months. Anything below $232 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Kathmandu to Chennai?

Air India ($416) and IndiGo ($422) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Kathmandu to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Kathmandu to Chennai?

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) is the most popular layover for the Kathmandu to Chennai route. 87% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DEL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Kathmandu to Chennai?

Flights via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $276. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Kathmandu to Chennai which airport offers the shortest layover?

Bengaluru Intl (BLR) had the shortest average connection time for Kathmandu to Chennai layovers at 4h 38m over the past 3 months.

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10:00 pm - 3:50 pmKTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan-MAA Chennai

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7:15 pm - 1:45 pmMAA Chennai-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Kathmandu to Chennai?: Air India ($416) and IndiGo ($422) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Kathmandu to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kathmandu to Chennai?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kathmandu to Chennai.
How long is a flight from Kathmandu to Chennai?
A nonstop flight from Kathmandu to Chennai takes 00m, covering 1,069 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Kathmandu to Chennai?
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Kathmandu to Chennai flight?
Round-trip flights from Kathmandu to Chennai range from $232 to $329, with an average of $262 over the past 12 months. Anything below $232 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Kathmandu to Chennai 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 $376 to $2,097. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Kathmandu to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Kathmandu to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $578, which is 183% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Kathmandu to Chennai?
Flights from Kathmandu to Chennai usually depart from Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Kathmandu to Chennai pass through?
One-stop flights from Kathmandu to Chennai most commonly connect through:

• New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) - 87% of one-stop connections
• Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Bengaluru Intl (BLR) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kathmandu to Chennai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Kathmandu to Chennai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $186 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $390, a difference of $204.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kathmandu to Chennai?
Flying via Bengaluru Intl (BLR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 7h 39m via Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) and 8h 36m via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $186, about $204 less than Wednesday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kathmandu to Chennai trip for February. Fares historically average $193 round-trip in that month - typically $221 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

• Trident Chennai
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• Hotel Mount Manor

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