The flight distance from Quartz Creek Airport (JLA) in Cooper Landing, United States to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 9,018 kilometers (5,603 miles / 4,869 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 United States 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 11:10 in Cooper Landing, it's 00:55 in Kathmandu. With a 13.75-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 3,924 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Quartz Creek Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Cooper Landing (JLA) follows a heading of 24° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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