Airport Comparison
Kathmandu (KTM) to Puerto Natales (PNT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Tte. Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT) in Puerto Natales, Chile is 16,774 kilometers (10,423 miles / 9,057 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 209°.
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 Chile. 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 06:46 in Kathmandu, it's 22:01 in Puerto Natales. With a 8.75-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 4,173 feet between the two airports. Tte. Julio Gallardo Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Puerto Natales (PNT) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 137° (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 Tte. Julio Gallardo Airport (PNT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.