What to know about flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu?

The approximate distance between Kathmandu and Chengdu is 1,831.33km. Average flight time from Kathmandu to Chengdu is around 3 hours 35 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand hits its peak in January. The cheapest month to book flights is October.

Cheapest one-way
AU$ 264
China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines KTM-CTU 17h 15m · 1 stop Wed, Sep 23
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Cheapest return
AU$ 524
China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines KTM-CTU 16h 45m · 2 stops Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
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Best time to book
December
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
1,831.33km
Flight distance
3h 35m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from AU$ 264 and round-trip from AU$ 524. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu operate an average of 2 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 88.9% on-time departure rate and a 100.0% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Kathmandu to Chengdu flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Kathmandu to Chengdu are Sichuan Airlines, Thai Airways, and Air China, among 3 carriers on this route. China Eastern Airlines offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Thai Airways logo Thai Airways
Air China logo Air China
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Kathmandu to Chengdu according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu?

Average price of one-way flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu is December, with an average price of AU$ 438. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically April, with an average price of up to AU$ 648.

AU$ 648
AU$ 543
AU$ 438
AU$ 333
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 515
    Aug
  • AU$ 476
    Sep
  • AU$ 577
    Oct
  • AU$ 460
    Nov
  • AU$ 438
    Dec
  • AU$ 477
    Jan
  • AU$ 535
    Feb
  • AU$ 500
    Mar
  • AU$ 648
    Apr
  • AU$ 608
    May
  • AU$ 507
    Jun
  • AU$ 447
    Jul

What's the cheapest day to fly from Kathmandu to Chengdu?

Data is based on the average flight price for each day of the week from Kathmandu to Chengdu on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Kathmandu to Chengdu is Friday, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Monday, as prices are usually highest then.

AU$ 626
AU$ 515
AU$ 404
AU$ 293
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 626
    Mon
  • AU$ 518
    Tue
  • AU$ 595
    Wed
  • AU$ 487
    Thu
  • AU$ 404
    Fri
  • AU$ 533
    Sat
  • AU$ 587
    Sun

When is the cheapest day to fly from Kathmandu to Chengdu during Labour Day?

Data is based on the lowest one-way fares from Kathmandu to Chengdu during Labour Day, sourced from the Trip.com database over the last 3 days.

Labour Day is scheduled for Oct 5. The lowest flight fares from Kathmandu to Chengdu are available on Oct 2, starting from AU$ 356.

AU$ 1,023
AU$ 690
AU$ 356
AU$ 23
  • AU$ 356
    2
    Oct
  • AU$ 416
    3
  • AU$ 405
    4
  • AU$ 682
    5
  • AU$ 1,023
    6
  • AU$ 530
    7

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu?

    Based on Trip.com data, China Eastern Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from AU$ 264 (for example, KTM–TFU on Wed, Sep 23). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, China Eastern Airlines offers fares from AU$ 524, departing on Fri, Sep 11 and returning on Tue, Sep 15.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Kathmandu to Chengdu with the following airlines, including: Sichuan Airlines Air China Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 3 hours 35 minutes to fly from Kathmandu (KTM) to Chengdu (CTU).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Kathmandu to Chengdu is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 10 direct flights operate each week between Kathmandu and Chengdu. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    Sichuan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – 3U3902 (departure at 12:33) Air China: -/M/-/W/T/F/S – CA438 (departure at 12:01)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Kathmandu to Chengdu on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Wed, Sep 23, with one-way fares from just AU$ 264.
    · Compare airlines. Air China currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. January is generally the busiest month for travel to Chengdu.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Kathmandu to Chengdu is usually October, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Kathmandu to Chengdu on September 25, 2026 with China Eastern Airlines, with prices starting at AU$ 266.
  • Flights to Chengdu can arrive at: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). The most common route connects Tribhuvan International Airport and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (KTM–TFU).
  • The time difference between Chengdu and Kathmandu is 2h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Kathmandu to Chengdu is AU$ 582. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Kathmandu to Chengdu is AU$ 1,026. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Kathmandu and Chengdu, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Kathmandu toChengdu

Which airlines offer the cheapest nonstop flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu on Trip.com in the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, China Eastern Airlines offers the cheapest nonstop flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu, with an average price of AU$ 443.

AU$ 361
AU$ 443
AU$ 526
AU$ 609
AU$ 691
China Eastern Airlines
AU$ 443
China Eastern Airlines
China Southern Airlines
AU$ 482
China Southern Airlines
Sichuan Airlines
AU$ 567
Sichuan Airlines
Thai Airways
AU$ 579
Thai Airways
Air China
AU$ 586
Air China
Singapore Airlines
AU$ 691
Singapore Airlines

How many flights are there each day from Kathmandu to Chengdu?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Kathmandu to Chengdu within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, the most flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu depart on Saturday, and the fewest flights depart on Monday/Wednesday.

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7
4
2
Highest
4
Mon
8
Tue
4
Wed
7
Thu
5
Fri
9
Sat
8
Sun

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com displays flight cancellation and change policies for each flight ticket during the booking process, including fees and applicable conditions. Please check the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.