KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
14,010 km
8,705 miles
MFE
Mc Allen
United States
Distance
14,010 km
8,705 mi / 7,565 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
north

Ready to fly KTM to MFE?

Compare flight prices across hundreds of airlines and booking sites.

Find flights from KTM to MFE

Some links on this page are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Airport Comparison

KTM MFE
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Mc Allen International Airport
IATA Code KTM MFE
ICAO Code VNKT KMFE
City Kathmandu Mc Allen
Country Nepal United States
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu America/Chicago
Elevation 4,390 ft 107 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 26.200000, -98.200000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Mc Allen (MFE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Mc Allen International Airport (MFE) in Mc Allen, United States is 14,010 kilometers (8,705 miles / 7,565 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 4°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:17 in Kathmandu, it's 18:32 in Mc Allen. With a 10.75-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 4,283 feet between the two airports. Mc Allen International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Mc Allen (MFE) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 356° (north). 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 Mc Allen International Airport (MFE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Cheapest months to fly KTM → MFE

Live ticket prices for the next 12 months. Click any month to see deals.

Flight schedule KTM → MFE

Upcoming departures, airlines, and flight numbers for this route.

Flight KTM → MFE delayed or cancelled?

You may be entitled to up to €600 compensation under EU 261 / UK 261. Check eligibility in 2 minutes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.