Airport Comparison
Kathmandu (KTM) to Astana (NQZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) in Astana, Kazakhstan is 2,844 kilometers (1,767 miles / 1,536 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Nepal with Kazakhstan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:50 in Kathmandu, it's 13:05 in Astana.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,224 feet between the two airports. Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Astana (NQZ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 151° (south southeast). 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 Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.