DLU
Xiaguan
China
1,503 km
934 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
1,503 km
934 mi / 811 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.25h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
282°
west northwest

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DLU KTM
Airport Name Dali Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code DLU KTM
ICAO Code ZPDL VNKT
City Xiaguan Kathmandu
Country China Nepal
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 0 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 25.650000, 100.320000 27.700000, 85.360000

Xiaguan (DLU) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dali Airport (DLU) in Xiaguan, China to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 1,503 kilometers (934 miles / 811 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting China with Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:15 in Xiaguan, it's 02:00 in Kathmandu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,390 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Dali Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Xiaguan (DLU) follows a heading of 95° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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