The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Nekemte Airport (NEK) in Nekemte, Ethiopia is 5,504 kilometers (3,420 miles / 2,972 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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 Ethiopia. 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 11:24 in Kathmandu, it's 08:39 in Nekemte.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,110 feet between the two airports. Nekemte Airport sits higher than Tribhuvan International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nekemte (NEK) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 61° (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 Nekemte Airport (NEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.