The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Napier Airport (NPE) in Napier Airport, New Zealand is 12,039 kilometers (7,481 miles / 6,501 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.

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 New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:18 in Kathmandu, it's 11:33 in Napier Airport. With a 7.25-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 4,384 feet between the two airports. Napier Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Napier Airport (NPE) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 291° (west northwest). 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 Napier Airport (NPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.