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How Much Does Kathmandu Cost?
A complete daily budget breakdown for Kathmandu, Nepal — from backpacker to luxury traveler.
Live pricing intelligence
$60 / night avg↓ 30% vs 4 weeks ago
Strong drop on Kathmandu hotels + flights. Good window to book.
Flight avg to Kathmandu: $843 per person · pricing snapshot 3d ago
Weekend trip$1,8653 nights + 2 round-trip flights
Our hotel price index
Across the 243 destinations we track, Kathmandu is the #192 most expensive for hotels — one of the most affordable on our index — at a median of $58/night -7% vs last month.
Cheaper than Ho Chi Minh City ($58) · Pricier than Bukhara ($57).
See the full hotel price indexQuick Budget Summary
Budget
$25
/day
$175 for 7 days
Mid-Range
$65
/day
$455 for 7 days
Luxury
$200
/day
$1,400 for 7 days
Current Hotel Prices
Daily Cost Breakdown
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Luxury
Accommodation
$9
Hostels, guesthouses
$26
3-star hotels, Airbnb
$90
5-star hotels, boutiques
Food
$8
Street food, markets
$16
Casual restaurants
$40
Fine dining
Transport
$4
Public transit, walking
$10
Metro + occasional taxi
$30
Private transfers
Activities
$5
Free museums, parks
$13
Paid attractions, tours
$40
Private guides, VIP access
Total / Day
$25
$65
$200
Money-Saving Tips for Kathmandu
- Pollution is real — bring an N95 mask if you're sensitive to air quality
- Buy trekking gear in Thamel; prices are 1/3 of what you'd pay in the West, and quality is decent
- Boudhanath at dusk during the kora (circumambulation) is one of the most peaceful experiences in Asia
- Tipping is expected for porters and guides (~10-15%); carry small Nepali rupee notes
- Visit during shoulder season (October to November, March to April) for the best balance of weather and prices
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