KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
6,026 km
3,745 miles
LAQ
Al Bayda'
Libya
Distance
6,026 km
3,745 mi / 3,254 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
292°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

KTM LAQ
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport La Abraq Airport
IATA Code KTM LAQ
ICAO Code VNKT HLLQ
City Kathmandu Al Bayda'
Country Nepal Libya
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Africa/Tripoli
Elevation 4,390 ft 2,157 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 32.790000, 21.960000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Al Bayda' (LAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to La Abraq Airport (LAQ) in Al Bayda', Libya is 6,026 kilometers (3,745 miles / 3,254 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

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 Libya. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:47 in Kathmandu, it's 11:02 in Al Bayda'. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,233 feet between the two airports. La Abraq Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Al Bayda' (LAQ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 77° (east 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 Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and La Abraq Airport (LAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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