Airport Comparison
| BLB | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLB | KTM |
| ICAO Code | MPPA | VNKT |
| City | Panama City | Kathmandu |
| Country | Panama | Nepal |
| Timezone | America/Panama | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 52 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.910000, -79.600000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
Panama City (BLB) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) in Panama City, Panama to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 15,634 kilometers (9,715 miles / 8,442 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.
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 Panama 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 06:20 in Panama City, it's 17:05 in Kathmandu. With a 10.75-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 4,338 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Panama City (BLB) follows a heading of 336° (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 Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.