The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) in San Jose, United States is 12,240 kilometers (7,606 miles / 6,609 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:49 in Kathmandu, it's 05:04 in San Jose. With a 12.75-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 4,328 feet between the two airports. Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJC) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 334° (north northwest). 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 Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.