Airport Comparison
| GNR | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Dr. Arturo H. Illia Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | GNR | KTM |
| ICAO Code | SAHR | VNKT |
| City | General Roca | Kathmandu |
| Country | Argentina | Nepal |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 852 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | -39.000000, -67.620000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
General Roca (GNR) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Dr. Arturo H. Illia Airport (GNR) in General Roca, Argentina to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 17,223 kilometers (10,702 miles / 9,300 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.
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 Argentina with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:16 in General Roca, it's 14:01 in Kathmandu. With a 8.75-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 3,538 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Dr. Arturo H. Illia Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to General Roca (GNR) follows a heading of 236° (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 Dr. Arturo H. Illia Airport (GNR) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.