KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
3,669 km
2,280 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
3,669 km
2,280 mi / 1,981 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
249°
west southwest

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KTM SCT
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code KTM SCT
ICAO Code VNKT OYSQ
City Kathmandu Socotra Islands
Country Nepal Yemen
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Asia/Aden
Elevation 4,390 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 12.630000, 53.910000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 3,669 kilometers (2,280 miles / 1,981 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Nepal with Yemen. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:58 in Kathmandu, it's 23:13 in Socotra Islands.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,244 feet between the two airports. Socotra International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 58° (east 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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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