Airport Comparison
| FBK | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ladd Army Air Field | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | FBK | KTM |
| ICAO Code | PAFB | VNKT |
| City | Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright | Kathmandu |
| Country | United States | Nepal |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 449 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | 64.840000, -147.610000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright (FBK) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ladd Army Air Field (FBK) in Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright, United States to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 8,763 kilometers (5,445 miles / 4,732 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.
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 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 17:23 in Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright, it's 08:08 in Kathmandu. With a 14.75-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 3,941 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Ladd Army Air Field.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Fairbanks/Ft Wainwright (FBK) follows a heading of 20° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ladd Army Air Field (FBK) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.