Airport Comparison
Kathmandu (KTM) to Pico Island (PIX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Pico Airport (PIX) in Pico Island, Portugal is 9,942 kilometers (6,178 miles / 5,368 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.
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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:52 in Kathmandu, it's 21:07 in Pico Island. With a 6.75-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 4,281 feet between the two airports. Pico Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Pico Island (PIX) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 54° (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 Pico Airport (PIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.