Airport Comparison
Leh (IXL) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) in Leh, India to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 1,033 kilometers (642 miles / 558 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting India with Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:02 in Leh, it's 04:17 in Kathmandu.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,292 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits lower than Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Leh (IXL) follows a heading of 316° (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 Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.