AJK
Araak
Iran
3,444 km
2,140 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
3,444 km
2,140 mi / 1,860 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2.25h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
92°
east

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AJK KTM
Airport Name Arak Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code AJK KTM
ICAO Code OIHR VNKT
City Araak Kathmandu
Country Iran Nepal
Timezone Asia/Tehran Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 5,440 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 34.140000, 49.850000 27.700000, 85.360000

Araak (AJK) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arak Airport (AJK) in Araak, Iran to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 3,444 kilometers (2,140 miles / 1,860 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 92°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Iran with Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:40 in Araak, it's 14:55 in Kathmandu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,050 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits lower than Arak Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Araak (AJK) follows a heading of 291° (west 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 Arak Airport (AJK) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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