The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON) in Luganville, Vanuatu is 10,030 kilometers (6,232 miles / 5,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:53 in Kathmandu, it's 19:08 in Luganville. The 5.25-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,206 feet between the two airports. Santo Pekoa International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Luganville (SON) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.