Airport Comparison
| DAR | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | DAR | KTM |
| ICAO Code | HTDA | VNKT |
| City | Dar es Salaam | Kathmandu |
| Country | Tanzania | Nepal |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 182 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.880000, 39.200000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 6,273 kilometers (3,898 miles / 3,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.
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 Tanzania with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:05 in Dar es Salaam, it's 12:50 in Kathmandu.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,208 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) follows a heading of 239° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere International Airport (DAR) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.