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Cheapest return flight
$1,521
Typical prices: $1,722-$2,442
China Southern
Fri 2/3Fri 9/3
AKL - KTM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$955
Typical prices: $942-$1,429
China Eastern
Sat 10/11
AKL - KTM • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Auckland and Kathmandu. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 12% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,987 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 20h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Kathmandu (AKL-KTM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Kathmandu

Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 9 Mar
China Southern Logo
22:25 - 22:30AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
31h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
12:30 - 16:15KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
20h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,521China Southern
3+ days ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
Air China Logo
20:30 - 10:55AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
45h 40m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu
Air China Logo
11:55 - 17:35KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
46h 25m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Beijing Capital
$1,534Air China
19 hours ago
Wed, 3 Feb - Fri, 19 Mar
China Southern Logo
10:00 - 11:30AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
32h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 16:15KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
33h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,566China Southern
21 hours ago
Wed, 3 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 15:05AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
24h 20m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
China Eastern Logo
16:05 - 18:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
43h 10m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,678China Eastern
3+ days ago
Sun, 31 Jan - Mon, 15 Mar
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 15:05AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
24h 20m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
China Eastern Logo
16:05 - 18:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
43h 10m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,735China Eastern
3+ days ago
Tue, 2 Mar - Mon, 8 Mar
SriLankan Airlines Logo
13:25 - 12:40AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
30h 30m2 stops Melbourne Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
12:50 - 00:05KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
52h 00m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Melbourne
$1,764SriLankan Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 2 Mar - Wed, 10 Mar
SriLankan Airlines Logo
13:25 - 12:40AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
30h 30m2 stops Melbourne Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SriLankan Airlines Logo
13:40 - 00:05KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 10m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Melbourne
$1,764SriLankan Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 1 Mar - Wed, 28 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 22:55AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
23h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 05:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
25h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Melbourne
$1,810Multiple Airlines
21 hours ago
Mon, 1 Mar - Thu, 29 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 22:55AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
23h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 05:30KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
25h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Melbourne
$1,812Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 7 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
Air China Logo
20:30 - 10:55AKL  Auckland Intl-KTM Kathmandu Tribhuvan
45h 40m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu
Air China Logo
11:55 - 12:00KTM  Kathmandu Tribhuvan-AKL Auckland Intl
40h 50m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Beijing Capital
$2,152Air China
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Kathmandu flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Kathmandu?

Return flights from Auckland to Kathmandu typically range from $1,722 to $2,442. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,521 on China Southern.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Kathmandu. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Kathmandu?

•January and February are the cheapest months to fly from Auckland to Kathmandu at $1,790 return.
•December ($2,569) and October ($2,282) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Kathmandu the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Kathmandu are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Auckland to Kathmandu flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$955
Beat the crowds with an average 64% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 15% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Auckland to Kathmandu

When to book flights from Auckland to Kathmandu

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Kathmandu?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Kathmandu:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Kathmandu?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Kathmandu takes 00m, covering 18,924 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland 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.

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

    Return flights from Auckland to Kathmandu range from $1,722 to $2,442, with an average of $2,046 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,722 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Kathmandu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the $2,046 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Kathmandu changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,534 to $4,079. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Auckland to Kathmandu looking right now?

    One-way fares from Auckland to Kathmandu are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,093.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Kathmandu?

    Flights from Auckland to Kathmandu usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Kathmandu pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to Kathmandu most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 73% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Auckland to Kathmandu. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,945 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,236, a difference of $290.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Auckland to Kathmandu?

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 18m, compared to 20h 48m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 21h 44m via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Kathmandu?

    Kathmandu is 7 hours behind Auckland (Nepal Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Kathmandu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,945, about $290 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Kathmandu trip for January. Fares historically average $1,790 return in that month – typically $778 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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