GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
7,479 km
4,647 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
7,479 km
4,647 mi / 4,038 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.75h
Europe/London
Heading
74°
east northeast

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GLA KTM
Airport Name Glasgow International Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code GLA KTM
ICAO Code EGPF VNKT
City Glasgow Kathmandu
Country United Kingdom Nepal
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 26 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 55.870000, -4.430000 27.700000, 85.360000

Glasgow (GLA) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 7,479 kilometers (4,647 miles / 4,038 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 Kingdom with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:45 in Glasgow, it's 16:30 in Kathmandu. The 5.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,364 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Glasgow International Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Glasgow (GLA) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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