Airport Comparison
| KTM | KWA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | KWA |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | PKWA |
| City | Kathmandu | Kwajalein |
| Country | Nepal | Marshall Islands |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | Pacific/Kwajalein |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 16 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | 8.720000, 167.730000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Kwajalein (KWA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) in Kwajalein, Marshall Islands is 8,811 kilometers (5,475 miles / 4,758 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 86°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Nepal with Marshall Islands. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:03 in Kathmandu, it's 15:18 in Kwajalein. With a 6.25-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 4,374 feet between the two airports. Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Kwajalein (KWA) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 297° (west 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 Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and Bucholz Army Air Field(Kwajalein Kmr)(Atoll) Airport (KWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.