The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 16,610 kilometers (10,321 miles / 8,969 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Ecuador. 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 11:07 in Kathmandu, it's 00:22 in Shell Mera. 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.

The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 30° (north 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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.