How to get fromChicago to Pokharaby plane, night bus, taxi, car, train or bus

Travel from

To

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Pokhara by plane, night bus, taxi, car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Pokhara Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Pokhara Airport (PKR)plane ORD - PKR
29h 36m
$508–1,412
Fly to Tribhuvan International Airport, night bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)plane ORD - KTM
2. Take the night bus from Dhungaadda to Pokharanightbus
30h 56m
$368–1,124
Fly to Bharatpur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bharatpur Airport (BHR)plane ORD - BHR
2. Take the taxi from Bharatpur Airport (BHR) to Pokharataxi
31h 44m
$638–1,715
Fly to Bhairawa, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bhairawa (BWA)plane ORD - BWA
2. Take the taxi from Bhairawa (BWA) to Pokharataxi
31h 25m
$542–1,365
Fly to Gorakhpur Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Gorakhpur Airport (GOP)plane ORD - GOP
2. Drive from Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) to Pokharacar
32h 51m
$458–1,260
Fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, train, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO)plane ORD - LKO
2. Take the train from Badshahnagar to Barhnitrain
3. Take the bus from Krishnanagar to Ramapurbus
4. Take the taxi from Ramapur to Pokharataxi
33h 21m
Fly to Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram International Airport, train, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram International Airport (AYJ)plane ORD - AYJ
2. Take the train from Gonda Jn to Barhnitrain
3. Take the bus from Krishnanagar to Ramapurbus
4. Take the taxi from Ramapur to Pokharataxi
39h

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Pokhara Airport (PKR) flights

31Weekly Planes

28h 58mAverage Duration

$500Cheapest Price

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Pokhara.

Launch map view

Distance: 12,205 km
Duration: 29h 36m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Pokhara, Nepal?

Emirates, Flydubai, and seven other airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Pokhara Airport (PKR) 4 times a day.

Airlines

Website: buddhaair.com

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pokhara Airport via Dubai, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 26h 40m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $700–2,300

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pokhara Airport via Doha, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 26h 45m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $700–2,200

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pokhara Airport via Istanbul, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 29h 10m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $500–1,700

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Pokhara Airport via Abu Dhabi, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 34h 5m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $500–1,500

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bharatpur Airport via Dubai, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 26h 40m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $800–2,700

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bharatpur Airport via Doha, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 27h 35m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $800–2,500

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bharatpur Airport via Istanbul, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 29h 25m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $600–2,000

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bharatpur Airport via Delhi, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 30h 30m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $550–1,600

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bharatpur Airport via Abu Dhabi, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 34h 45m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $550–1,700

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bhairawa via Doha, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 26h 55m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $550–1,800

Flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bhairawa via Istanbul, Tribhuvan International Airport

Ave. Duration: 29h 50m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $440–1,400

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including 4 of the smartest ways to explore Australia, French strikes 2018: What are my alternative transport options?, and Travelling to the UK: What do I need to know? - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Pokhara(opens in a new window), Nepal(opens in a new window)

Known as the gateway to the Himalayas, Pokhara in central Nepal is popular with adventure travellers due to the town’s proximity to the the Annapurna Range with three of the 10 highest mountains in the world (Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I and Manaslu) within easy reach. Soak up the magnificence of Lake Phewa, the second largest in Nepal, or head to the top of the World Peace Pagoda, built by Buddhist monks. Take in the breathtaking views of the Annapurna massif from Sarangkot village – a truly unique experience.

Things to do in Pokhara

Sarankot(Opens in a new window)

Sarangkot is a former Village Development Committee west of Pokhara in Kaski District Gandaki Zone. In 2015, it was annexed to Pokhara 26. At the time of the 1991 Nepal census it had a total population of 5,060 with 1,010 individual households.

Phewa Lake(Opens in a new window)

Phewa Lake, Phewa Tal or Fewa Lake is a freshwater lake in Nepal located in the south of the Pokhara Valley that includes Pokhara city; parts of Sarangkot and Kaskikot. The lake is stream-fed but a dam regulates the water reserve, therefore, the lake is classified as semi-natural freshwater lake. It is the second largest lake in Nepal, the largest in Gandaki Zone followed by Begnas Lake. Phewa lake is located at an altitude of 742 m and covers an area of about 5.23 km2. It has an average depth of about 8.6 m and a maximum depth of 24 m. Maximum water capacity of the lake is approximately 43000000 m3. The Annapurna range on the north is only about 28 km (linear distance) away from the lake. The lake is also famous for the reflection of mount Machhapuchhre and other mountain peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges on its surface. The Taal Barahi Temple is situated on an island in the lake.

International Mountain Museum(Opens in a new window)

The International Mountain Museum is a museum located in Pokhara, Nepal.

Davis Falls(Opens in a new window)

Davi's Falls or Devi's Falls (Nepali: पाताले छाँगो) is a waterfall located at Pokhara in Kaski District, Nepal.

Places to stay in Pokhara

Himalayan Front Hotel by KGH Group(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

Sarangkot Mountain Lodge(Opens in a new window)

9.6Exceptional

Hotel Brisha Sarangkot(Opens in a new window)

8.9Fabulous

Hotel Pristine Himalaya(Opens in a new window)

9.4Superb

Rome2Rio makes travelling from Chicago to Pokhara easy.

Rome2Rio is a door-to-door travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. Find all the transport options for your trip from Chicago to Pokhara right here. Rome2Rio displays up to date schedules, route maps, journey times and estimated fares from relevant transport operators, ensuring you can make an informed decision about which option will suit you best. Rome2Rio also offers online bookings for selected operators, making reservations easy and straightforward.