Airport Comparison
Kathmandu (KTM) to Teofilo Otoni (TFL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport (TFL) in Teofilo Otoni, Brazil is 14,502 kilometers (9,011 miles / 7,830 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 270°.
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 03:48 in Kathmandu, it's 19:03 in Teofilo Otoni. 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 2,818 feet between the two airports. Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Teofilo Otoni (TFL) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 68° (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 Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport (TFL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.