The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to San Rafael Airport (LOB) in Los Andes, Chile is 17,648 kilometers (10,966 miles / 9,529 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.

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 Nepal with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:09 in Kathmandu, it's 01:24 in Los Andes. With a 8.75-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 1,929 feet between the two airports. San Rafael Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Los Andes (LOB) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 98° (east). 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 San Rafael Airport (LOB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.