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Chengdu.$380 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 5, returning Fri, Sep 12.Round-trip flight with Thai AirAsia and Thai LionAir.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departing from Kathmandu on Fri, Sep 5, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departing from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, Sep 12, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $380, select.
Chengdu.$529 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 11, returning Thu, Dec 18.Round-trip flight with Thai LionAir and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Thai LionAir, departing from Kathmandu on Thu, Dec 11, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departing from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, Dec 18, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $529, select.
Chengdu.$536 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 29, returning Fri, Oct 10.Round-trip flight with Thai AirAsia and Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departing from Kathmandu on Mon, Sep 29, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departing from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, Oct 10, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $536, select.
Chengdu.$566 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 7, returning Thu, Jan 15.Round-trip flight with Thai Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departing from Kathmandu on Wed, Jan 7, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Thai Airways, departing from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, Jan 15, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.
Chengdu.$584 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 4, returning Sun, Nov 9.Round-trip flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departing from Kathmandu on Tue, Nov 4, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Air China departing from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sun, Nov 9, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $584, select.
Chengdu.$585 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 18, returning Sun, Oct 26.Round-trip flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departing from Kathmandu on Sat, Oct 18, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Air China departing from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sun, Oct 26, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $585, select.
Chengdu.$587 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 11, returning Thu, Dec 18.Round-trip flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departing from Kathmandu on Thu, Dec 11, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Air China departing from Chengdu Tianfu International on Thu, Dec 18, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $587, select.
Chengdu.$587 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 29, returning Fri, Oct 10.Round-trip flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departing from Kathmandu on Mon, Sep 29, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Air China departing from Chengdu Tianfu International on Fri, Oct 10, arriving in Kathmandu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $587, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kathmandu to Chengdu Tianfu International flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Direct flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu Tianfu International

Kathmandu to Chengdu Tianfu International: Alternative routes

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Kathmandu to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$380
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineSichuan Airlines
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Kathmandu to Chengdu Tianfu International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Kathmandu to Chengdu Tianfu International is $380. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Kathmandu to Chengdu Tianfu International.
Sichuan Airlines and Air China fly direct from Kathmandu to Chengdu Tianfu International.
There are 15 flights per week flying from Kathmandu to Chengdu Tianfu International, as of August 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Kathmandu to Chengdu Tianfu International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kathmandu Airport to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport on Friday, September 5, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 7 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chengdu Tianfu International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chengdu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Thai AirAsia and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu Tianfu International.

Traveling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU): what you need to know

  • Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, making Chengdu two hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your KTM to TFU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months like September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Traveling to Chengdu (and then exploring more of China!) is a breeze with Sichuan Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tianfu International Airport.

  • Sichuan Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Sichuan Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering KTM to TFU flights, with 70.18% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tianfu International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KTM and TFU:

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • Currently, $176 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Tianfu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $380. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from KTM to TFU, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tianfu International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from KTM to TFU by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tianfu International Airport.

Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • Tribhuvan International Airport is around 5 kilometers from central Kathmandu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tianfu International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near KTM:

Arriving at Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Getting from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu

  • Tianfu International Airport to central Chengdu has a drive time of around 1 hour 15 minutes. It's approximately 72 kilometers away.

When to fly to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tianfu International Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chengdu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Tianfu International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from KTM to TFU in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • Nanchong is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometers away to the east, top sights here include 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.

  • Around 467 kilometers north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.

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