Airport Comparison
| KTM | TAM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | TAM |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | MMTM |
| City | Kathmandu | Tampico |
| Country | Nepal | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 80 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | 22.300000, -97.870000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Tampico (TAM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) in Tampico, Mexico is 14,445 kilometers (8,975 miles / 7,799 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 4°.
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 Mexico. 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 17:19 in Kathmandu, it's 05:34 in Tampico. With a 11.75-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 4,310 feet between the two airports. General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Tampico (TAM) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 356° (north). 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 General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.