Airport Comparison
Kathmandu (KTM) to Milford Sound Airport (MFN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Milford Sound Airport (MFN) in Milford Sound Airport, New Zealand is 11,586 kilometers (7,199 miles / 6,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.
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 New Zealand. 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 09:02 in Kathmandu, it's 16:17 in Milford Sound Airport. With a 7.25-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 4,380 feet between the two airports. Milford Sound Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Milford Sound Airport (MFN) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 295° (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 Milford Sound Airport (MFN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.