The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Tarapoa Airport (TPC) in Tarapoa, Ecuador is 16,380 kilometers (10,178 miles / 8,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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 Ecuador. 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 19:32 in Kathmandu, it's 08:47 in Tarapoa. With a 10.75-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 3,576 feet between the two airports. Tarapoa Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Tarapoa (TPC) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Tarapoa Airport (TPC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.