The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Makemo Airport (MKP) in Makemo Airport, French Polynesia is 14,851 kilometers (9,228 miles / 8,019 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

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 French Polynesia. 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 17:44 in Kathmandu, it's 01:59 in Makemo Airport. With a 15.75-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 4,387 feet between the two airports. Makemo Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Makemo Airport (MKP) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 293° (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 Makemo Airport (MKP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.