KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
6,004 km
3,731 miles
PJA
Pajala Airport
Sweden
Distance
6,004 km
3,731 mi / 3,242 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KTM PJA
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Pajala Airport
IATA Code KTM PJA
ICAO Code VNKT ESUP
City Kathmandu N/A
Country Nepal Sweden
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Stockholm
Elevation 4,390 ft 542 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 67.250000, 23.070000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Pajala Airport (PJA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Pajala Airport (PJA) in Pajala Airport, Sweden is 6,004 kilometers (3,731 miles / 3,242 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 Sweden. 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 22:03 in Kathmandu, it's 17:18 in Pajala Airport. The 4.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,848 feet between the two airports. Pajala Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Pajala Airport (PJA) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 Pajala Airport (PJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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