The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to San Blas Airport (NBL) in Wannukandi, Panama is 15,553 kilometers (9,664 miles / 8,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Panama. 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 02:08 in Kathmandu, it's 15:23 in Wannukandi. 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 4,373 feet between the two airports. San Blas Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Wannukandi (NBL) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 22° (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 San Blas Airport (NBL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.