Airport Comparison
Kathmandu (KTM) to San Tome Airport (SOM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to San Tome Airport (SOM) in San Tome Airport, Venezuela is 14,783 kilometers (9,186 miles / 7,982 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
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 Venezuela. 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 02:37 in Kathmandu, it's 16:52 in San Tome Airport. With a 9.75-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 3,529 feet between the two airports. San Tome Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from San Tome Airport (SOM) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 38° (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 San Tome Airport (SOM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.