The flight distance from Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) in Brownsville, United States to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 14,046 kilometers (8,728 miles / 7,584 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 United States 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 02:57 in Brownsville, it's 14:42 in Kathmandu. With a 11.75-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 4,368 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Brownsville (BRO) follows a heading of 3° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.