KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
8,075 km
5,017 miles
MSM
Masi Manimba
DR Congo
Distance
8,075 km
5,017 mi / 4,360 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
255°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

KTM MSM
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Masi Manimba Airport
IATA Code KTM MSM
ICAO Code VNKT FZCV
City Kathmandu Masi Manimba
Country Nepal DR Congo
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 4,390 ft 1,952 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 -4.780000, 17.850000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Masi Manimba (MSM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Masi Manimba Airport (MSM) in Masi Manimba, DR Congo is 8,075 kilometers (5,017 miles / 4,360 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:08 in Kathmandu, it's 04:23 in Masi Manimba. 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 2,438 feet between the two airports. Masi Manimba Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Masi Manimba (MSM) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 59° (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 Masi Manimba Airport (MSM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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