The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Orange County Airport (MGJ) in Montgomery, United States is 12,039 kilometers (7,481 miles / 6,500 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 05:09 in Kathmandu, it's 18:24 in Montgomery. 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 4,020 feet between the two airports. Orange County Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Montgomery (MGJ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 19° (north 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 Orange County Airport (MGJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.