The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to La Palma Airport (SPC) in Sta Cruz de la Palma, Spain is 9,712 kilometers (6,035 miles / 5,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:25 in Kathmandu, it's 14:40 in Sta Cruz de la Palma. The 5.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,283 feet between the two airports. La Palma Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Sta Cruz de la Palma (SPC) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 60° (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 La Palma Airport (SPC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.