GRJ
George
South Africa
9,539 km
5,927 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
9,539 km
5,927 mi / 5,151 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
52°
northeast

Airport Comparison

GRJ KTM
Airport Name George Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code GRJ KTM
ICAO Code FAGG VNKT
City George Kathmandu
Country South Africa Nepal
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 648 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates -34.010000, 22.380000 27.700000, 85.360000

George (GRJ) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Airport (GRJ) in George, South Africa to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 9,539 kilometers (5,927 miles / 5,151 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 South Africa 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 03:07 in George, it's 06:52 in Kathmandu. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,742 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than George Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to George (GRJ) follows a heading of 228° (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 George Airport (GRJ) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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