Airport Comparison
| KTM | PCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | Cap FAP David Abenzur Rengifo International Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | PCL |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | SPCL |
| City | Kathmandu | Pucallpa |
| Country | Nepal | Peru |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 513 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | -8.380000, -74.570000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Pucallpa (PCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Cap FAP David Abenzur Rengifo International Airport (PCL) in Pucallpa, Peru is 17,006 kilometers (10,567 miles / 9,182 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:39 in Kathmandu, it's 21:54 in Pucallpa. 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 3,877 feet between the two airports. Cap FAP David Abenzur Rengifo International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Pucallpa (PCL) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 42° (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 Cap FAP David Abenzur Rengifo International Airport (PCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.