KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
6,618 km
4,112 miles
MLA
Luqa
Malta
Distance
6,618 km
4,112 mi / 3,573 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
297°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

KTM MLA
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Luqa Airport
IATA Code KTM MLA
ICAO Code VNKT LMML
City Kathmandu Luqa
Country Nepal Malta
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Malta
Elevation 4,390 ft 300 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 35.860000, 14.480000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Luqa (MLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Luqa Airport (MLA) in Luqa, Malta is 6,618 kilometers (4,112 miles / 3,573 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Nepal with Malta. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:21 in Kathmandu, it's 21:36 in Luqa. The 4.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,090 feet between the two airports. Luqa Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Luqa (MLA) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 76° (east 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 Luqa Airport (MLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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