The flight distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 4,042 kilometers (2,512 miles / 2,183 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 Malaysia with Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:24 in Kota Kinabalu, it's 05:09 in Kathmandu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,380 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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