KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
5,740 km
3,566 miles
RIX
Riga
Latvia
Distance
5,740 km
3,566 mi / 3,099 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KTM RIX
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Riga International Airport
IATA Code KTM RIX
ICAO Code VNKT EVRA
City Kathmandu Riga
Country Nepal Latvia
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Riga
Elevation 4,390 ft 36 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 56.920000, 23.970000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Riga (RIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia is 5,740 kilometers (3,566 miles / 3,099 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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 Latvia. 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 11:40 in Kathmandu, it's 07:55 in Riga. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,354 feet between the two airports. Riga International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Riga (RIX) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 97° (east). 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 Riga International Airport (RIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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