KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
4,512 km
2,803 miles
MLX
Malatya
Turkey
Distance
4,512 km
2,803 mi / 2,436 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
298°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

KTM MLX
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Malatya Erhac Airport
IATA Code KTM MLX
ICAO Code VNKT LTAT
City Kathmandu Malatya
Country Nepal Turkey
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 4,390 ft 2,828 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 38.440000, 38.090000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Malatya (MLX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Malatya Erhac Airport (MLX) in Malatya, Turkey is 4,512 kilometers (2,803 miles / 2,436 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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 Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:52 in Kathmandu, it's 17:07 in Malatya.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,562 feet between the two airports. Malatya Erhac Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Malatya (MLX) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 91° (east). 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 Malatya Erhac Airport (MLX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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.