Airport Comparison
| BWG | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | BWG | KTM |
| ICAO Code | KBWG | VNKT |
| City | Bowling Green | Kathmandu |
| Country | United States | Nepal |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 547 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.960000, -86.420000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
Bowling Green (BWG) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport (BWG) in Bowling Green, United States to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 12,774 kilometers (7,937 miles / 6,897 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 8°.
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 20:21 in Bowling Green, it's 08:06 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 3,843 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Bowling Green (BWG) follows a heading of 353° (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 Bowling Green-Warren County Regional Airport (BWG) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.