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Cheapest round-trip
$1,013
Typical prices: $950-$1,177
Air India
Mon 9/7Mon 9/21
EWR - KTM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$493
Typical prices: $585-$781
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Wed 8/26
JFK - KTM • 2 stops
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Cheapest • Avg $260 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 17h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Kathmandu (NYC-KTM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Kathmandu that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Kathmandu

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21
Air India Logo
11:30 am - 8:10 pm
EWR
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KTM
22h 55m
1 stop
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9:10 pm - 9:00 am
KTM
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EWR
21h 35m
1 stop
$1,013Air India
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 30
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11:30 am - 8:10 pm
EWR
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KTM
22h 55m
1 stop
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5:30 pm - 9:00 am
KTM
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EWR
25h 15m
1 stop
$1,015Air India
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 30
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11:10 am - 8:15 pm
JFK
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KTM
23h 20m
1 stop
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2:00 pm - 8:20 am
KTM
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JFK
28h 05m
1 stop
$1,044Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Sep 17
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3:45 pm - 12:05 am
JFK
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KTM
22h 35m
2 stops
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8:10 am - 8:35 am
KTM
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JFK
34h 10m
2 stops
$1,053Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Feb 17
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12:25 am - 11:20 am
EWR
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KTM
24h 10m
1 stop
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12:45 pm - 10:30 pm
KTM
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EWR
20h 30m
1 stop
$1,058Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Mon, Feb 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 11:20 am
EWR
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KTM
24h 10m
1 stop
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12:45 pm - 10:30 pm
KTM
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EWR
20h 30m
1 stop
$1,058Turkish Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Tue, Sep 15
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1:20 am - 4:45 pm
JFK
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KTM
29h 40m
1 stop
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3:30 pm - 10:30 pm
KTM
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JFK
40h 45m
1 stop
$1,064Qatar Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 23
Qatar Airways Logo
11:20 am - 4:45 pm
JFK
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KTM
19h 40m
1 stop
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6:45 pm - 9:00 am
KTM
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JFK
24h 00m
1 stop
$1,065Qatar Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Feb 2
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8:15 pm - 9:50 pm
JFK
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KTM
38h 50m
2 stops
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11:00 pm - 11:15 am
KTM
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JFK
47h 00m
2 stops
$1,128Singapore Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Wed, Feb 17
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8:15 pm - 9:50 pm
JFK
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KTM
38h 50m
2 stops
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11:00 pm - 11:15 am
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JFK
47h 00m
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$1,148Singapore Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Kathmandu flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Kathmandu?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Kathmandu departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Kathmandu from New York usually cost between $996 and $1,369 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,013 on Air India (Sep 7-Sep 21).

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Kathmandu?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York 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 New York to Kathmandu is February, where tickets cost $967 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,521 and $1,445 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Kathmandu?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Kathmandu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Kathmandu, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Kathmandu

 
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on KTM

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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December

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$493
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 28% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kathmandu

When to book flights from New York to Kathmandu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Kathmandu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Kathmandu

  • Do you need a visa to travel from New York to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport (KTM)?

    As a US citizen, you do need to obtain a visa before your departure to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport out of New York or purchase one upon your arrival, no matter the airport of origin. Each passenger is also required to have a passport valid for at least six months at the time of entry into Nepal, along with at least one blank visa page.

  • Are there any nonstop flights from New York to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport (KTM)?

    No, there currently aren’t any available direct flights from any of the airports in New York to Kathmandu. All routes generally make at least one layover in Asia before continuing to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport. The quickest routes with the least layovers depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and are operated mainly by American Airlines and Air India, with the layover in New Delhi, India.

  • Are there public transportation routes from Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM) to the city center?

    The most convenient and affordable way of getting from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to central areas in Kathmandu, such as Thamel, is by taxi. It’s possible to prepay for your taxi if you wish to do so. You can expect the ride to take about 20 to 30min to get downtown, and it can cost more or less Rs495 ($4).

  • What services are available between New York and Kathmandu Tribhuvan for passengers with reduced mobility?

    When departing out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) you can request and book assistance in advance to receive help getting around the airport and boarding your flight. Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport (KTM), the airport is equipped with ramps and wheelchair-accessible restrooms. If you require extra assistance, you may request it beforehand.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Kathmandu?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Kathmandu was $493 for a one-way ticket and $1,013 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Kathmandu?

    A passport is required to fly from New York to Kathmandu.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Kathmandu?

    New York is served by 3 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Kathmandu. You will leave New York from one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be arriving at Kathmandu Tribhuvan.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Kathmandu?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Kathmandu?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Kathmandu, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Kathmandu from New York?

    Doha is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from New York to Kathmandu.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Kathmandu, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Kathmandu are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $1,345 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,617 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York 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 New York to Kathmandu.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kathmandu from New York 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 New York 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 New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York 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 New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Kathmandu

  • Since the currency used in Kathmandu, Nepal is the Nepalese rupee (NPR), you will need to make sure to exchange some of your USD. Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport (KTM), you will find multiple banking facilities inside the terminal that offer currency exchange and ATM withdrawals.
  • Depending on the airline you fly out of New York with, you will have a layover in a different city or country. The quickest flight is generally the American Airlines and Air India route, with a layover in India at the New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
  • If you’re making this long-distance trip from New York to Kathmandu with your pet, you’ll be glad to hear that John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), the main departure airport in New York has various pet relief areas throughout the different terminals. You can find these spaces both before and after the security checkpoint.
  • Relax or blow off some steam before your long flight to Kathmandu Tribhuvan. There are massage spots in JFK's Terminals 1, 4, and 5, and multiple airline lounges throughout all the terminals.
  • The best departure airport for routes from New York to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Airport (KTM) is most likely John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This airport offers more options of flights connecting with the main Kathmandu Airport with only one layover. Newark Liberty Airport (EWR) offers some routes with just one layover, while the flights departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) have at least one layover.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from New York to Kathmandu

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to Kathmandu. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York to Kathmandu? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3639 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.4Crew
8.0Comfort
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Boarding in New York was smooth and well organized. However, the boarding process in Dubai was less convenient. Passengers were asked to board an hour before departure, but after that we had to wait in another area that did not have enough seating capacity. To make matters worse, the flight was officially delayed by an hour, followed by an additional 45-minute delay while on the aircraft. The food was excellent and exceeded expectations. Seating comfort was decent for Economy Class, and considering the fare category, I have no major complaints. The entertainment system was outstanding. Being able to watch a FIFA match live during the flight was a completely new and enjoyable experience for me, making the journey much more engaging.

10.0 ExcellentNarasimha V Prasad, Jul 2026
JFK - DXB
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Boarding in New York was smooth and well organized. However, the boarding process in Dubai was less convenient. Passengers were asked to board an hour before departure, but after that we had to wait in another area that did not have enough seating capacity. To make matters worse, the flight was officially delayed by an hour, followed by an additional 45-minute delay while on the aircraft. The food was excellent and exceeded expectations. Seating comfort was decent for Economy Class, and considering the fare category, I have no major complaints. The entertainment system was outstanding. Being able to watch a FIFA match live during the flight was a completely new and enjoyable experience for me, making the journey much more engaging.

What a great trip . From check in to the upgrade we received a big shout out to Cleverson who was able to help us navigate the whole process super patient and was just one of the best customer service experiences we received in a very long time . The amazing staff on the flight who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable amazing food and service if you have te opportunity to upgrade it's a must and well worth it.

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

Worst flight I ever had I payed for special seats with underpriced which I never recieved. I will like you to make sure that I am refunded my 134.00 dollars that I paid for the seats that I never received. I am looking forward for Kayak to look into this issue with underpriced because they took my money and never booked the seats for me with the airline.

I am vegan. The food was balanced, tasty and enough. I enjoyed the ride. The crew was very friendly and went out of their way to please the passengers.

On time take off and early arrival, what else can one want

No entertainment u less you pay. Wish there were some free movies

Staff were friendly, and provided great service. The food was plentiful and delicious. Food could have been hotter.

I was traveling business purposes and I only had one carry on and a personal computer back pack . My carry on was 8.5 kg little more than allowable. At jfk airport check in they did not let me carry it . I was little disappointed.

Everything and everyone were excellent except for the charge for using WiFi; there was no escape from this fee except to not use it.

My seat had many issues. First the chair was broken where reclining was difficult. My usb plug was also broken so charging was impossible.

There could have been more options on the entertainment section Nothing was available for non English speaking passengers

Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

I was only given 2 meals, and my screen showed that there were 3 meals. Second meal was 1-2 hours late according to the screen.

I've stomach problems after 2 hours of flight, Iris, the flight purser not only did her best to make me feel comfortable, she went above and beyond providing pain relievers medicines and ointment. She look and found a doctor passenger on the flight to provide advise. She even report on ground staffs about my condition and provide wheelchair upon arrival. Kudos to her and Cathay Pacific!

Fast boarding flight on time boarded plane back to front instead of stupid zone groups like US airlines do...

Not enough food for everyone. . Always run out of food when we ask

Flight delayed in NYC and missed Hong Kong connecting flight to Guangzhou. While being given a hotel room and a 30 dollar voucher to eat in the airport, the delay caused a few big inconveniences , a 12 hour delay should have been better compensated for.

Excellent. Planes are a little older and could get some refurbishment, but besides that everything was excellent.

Mediocre movies Too cold Didn’t have extra blankets Check in was too long (60-70 min coming 3 hours early) Breakfast was terrible Great WiFi however And smooth ride Dinner was decent

Really good food and service. Qatar Airways is again and again provided an exceptional experience.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

Okay not so good or great. The flight operated by Indigo is worst from boarding to luggage handling and food. Damaged one luggage and delayed another luggage. Still did not get it, since 2 days.

Everything was top notch. Only issue was the delay, but Qatar worked diligently to get me on the next flight. They were kind to walk me to their lounge in Doha to make sure I ate, slept and showered.

I lost my baggage and it’s been three days didn’t able to find out. Also ticket was issued for qatar airways but they ended up board me on to Indigo from Doha to Hyderabad. My trip made miserable without cloths.

Seat electronics kept failing (as in absolutely nothing worked) - crew re-set it multiple, but didn’t move me until finally three quarters of the way into the flight - abysmal. Entertainment options are plentiful, but a number of expected movies were missing (did an SQ flight 3 days later and expected titles were on SQ) - does Qatar sensor what they show?

Didn't have internet connection, and the flight was over booked.

Are you KIDDING RIGHT NOW?!? SENDING OUT SURVEYS FOR CANCELED FLIGHTS IN A CONFLICT ZONE?!? ARE YOU FEELING OK???

Everything was good and no points to complain. Food is always a tricky concept. Sometimes you like it and sometimes you don’t. Food was redundant from Kuwait City to NY-JFK.

Beautiful Flight took off on time and everything was good

Comfortable seats. Be aware there is no alcohol on this airline.

Seats were comfortable. Be aware there is no alcohol on this airline.

Every thing was very food except the meal. It was a sandwich of something like a beef kebab. It was really bad in terms of hardness as well as taste. We were a family of 7 persons non of us could eat it his sandwich. Cake was good.

It was very nice flight only suggestions to upload recent videos and English subtitles. Thanks

Wheelchair service is not available right away on Kuwait Airways

Everybody was so nice to treat me good all the workers When I came to Bangladesh there was just a little problem with the luggage but I got my luggage it took like two hours Other than that everything is good

The crew was attentive and kind. The business class cabin wasn’t very full during the flight so the service was catered to your specific needs.

Flight was cancelled by air India. There was no explanation provided why the flight was cancelled. Found out that the flight was cancelled because the Iran air space was closed. Meanwhile, all other flights passing through that region were operating without issues. When asked to refund money for the tickets, being told that “ As checked, we wish to share that Flight AI 116 on 15 January 2026 from New York to Mumbai was cancelled due to Iran airspace closure, which were beyond the airline’s control. While such events can disrupt travel plans, we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team remains committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers and takes all necessary measures to minimize any issues. However, we must inform you that compensation is not applicable under these extraordinary circumstances, in accordance with the relevant regulations.” Completed unacceptable and unprofessional behavior!

The seats were extremely uncomfortable. Air India seats used to be very comfortable . with sufficient legroom. In this aircraft there was no legroom. It is a shame that for your profit margins you are trying to pack people like cattle on these long haul flights. The food was terrible. The bread was hard like a rock. Mr CEO of Air India, why don’t you take a flight in economy from India to USA and experience the hardships first hand. It is utter disgrace

Absolutely nothing. Cold and unpleasant airline staff, and to top it all, the entertainment system was broken. Really harrowing experience.

BAD experience. Entertainment system was not working and most of the passengers had this issue. Staff was not helpful. Meal was yuck. Bad old flights.

Food was unfit even for prisoners. larger front seats are terribly uncomfortable, which is ironic. Thorough need to upgrade aircraft on such a long route.

Old fittings. Went business class. Staff not very considerate regards comfort.

Service was good, crew response was prompt. The baked fish and Malay fish as well as the sauces with them were bland.

Flight got delayed by 3 hours but no compensation or anything

I did like the food and frequency cycle in which was served. In the other hand there was no internet service. The trip is too long and there was no entertainment.

Asked for water, air hostess never returned. Bathrooms were messy. Tissue paper all on the floor Charging plug, TV not working I got board through out the long flight

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