The flight distance from Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 15,373 kilometers (9,553 miles / 8,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 El Salvador 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 15:20 in San Salvador, it's 03:05 in Kathmandu. With a 11.75-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 2,369 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Ilopango International Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to San Salvador (ILS) follows a heading of 352° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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