The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) in Sao Luis, Brazil is 13,986 kilometers (8,691 miles / 7,552 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.

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 Brazil. 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 12:39 in Kathmandu, it's 03:54 in Sao Luis. With a 8.75-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 4,212 feet between the two airports. Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Luis (SLZ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 57° (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 Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.