ABQ
Albuquerque
United States
12,926 km
8,032 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
12,926 km
8,032 mi / 6,980 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+12.75h
America/Denver
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ABQ KTM
Airport Name Albuquerque International Sunport Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code ABQ KTM
ICAO Code KABQ VNKT
City Albuquerque Kathmandu
Country United States Nepal
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 5,355 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 35.040000, -106.610000 27.700000, 85.360000

Albuquerque (ABQ) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 12,926 kilometers (8,032 miles / 6,980 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:09 in Albuquerque, it's 05:54 in Kathmandu. With a 12.75-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 11° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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