IMK
Simikot
Nepal
427 km
266 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
427 km
266 mi / 231 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
125°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IMK KTM
Airport Name Simikot Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code IMK KTM
ICAO Code VNST VNKT
City Simikot Kathmandu
Country Nepal Nepal
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 9,246 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 29.970000, 81.820000 27.700000, 85.360000

Simikot (IMK) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Simikot Airport (IMK) in Simikot, Nepal to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 427 kilometers (266 miles / 231 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Nepal. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 09:10 in Simikot, it's 09:10 in Kathmandu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,856 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits lower than Simikot Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Simikot (IMK) follows a heading of 307° (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 Simikot Airport (IMK) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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