Airport Comparison
| ASU | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Silvio Pettirossi International Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | ASU | KTM |
| ICAO Code | SGAS | VNKT |
| City | Asuncion | Kathmandu |
| Country | Paraguay | Nepal |
| Timezone | America/Asuncion | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 292 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | -25.240000, -57.520000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
Asuncion (ASU) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) in Asuncion, Paraguay to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 16,324 kilometers (10,143 miles / 8,814 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.
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 Paraguay with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:16 in Asuncion, it's 05:01 in Kathmandu. With a 8.75-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,098 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Silvio Pettirossi International Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Asuncion (ASU) follows a heading of 266° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.