KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
9,709 km
6,033 miles
ROD
Robertson
South Africa
Distance
9,709 km
6,033 mi / 5,242 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
229°
southwest

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KTM ROD
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Robertson Airport
IATA Code KTM ROD
ICAO Code VNKT FARS
City Kathmandu Robertson
Country Nepal South Africa
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 4,390 ft 640 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 -33.810000, 19.900000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Robertson (ROD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Robertson Airport (ROD) in Robertson, South Africa is 9,709 kilometers (6,033 miles / 5,242 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 229°.

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 South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:28 in Kathmandu, it's 01:43 in Robertson. 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 3,750 feet between the two airports. Robertson Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Robertson (ROD) 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 Robertson Airport (ROD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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