AEY
Akureyri
Iceland
7,806 km
4,850 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
7,806 km
4,850 mi / 4,215 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.75h
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Heading
66°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

AEY KTM
Airport Name Akureyri Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code AEY KTM
ICAO Code BIAR VNKT
City Akureyri Kathmandu
Country Iceland Nepal
Timezone Atlantic/Reykjavik Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 6 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 65.660000, -18.070000 27.700000, 85.360000

Akureyri (AEY) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Akureyri Airport (AEY) in Akureyri, Iceland to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 7,806 kilometers (4,850 miles / 4,215 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:09 in Akureyri, it's 16:54 in Kathmandu. The 5.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,384 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Akureyri Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Akureyri (AEY) follows a heading of 335° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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