Airport Comparison
| KTM | TRU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | TRU |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | SPRU |
| City | Kathmandu | Trujillo |
| Country | Nepal | Peru |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 106 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | -8.080000, -79.110000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Trujillo (TRU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport (TRU) in Trujillo, Peru is 17,290 kilometers (10,744 miles / 9,336 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 Peru. 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 04:17 in Kathmandu, it's 17:32 in Trujillo. 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 4,284 feet between the two airports. Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Trujillo (TRU) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 35° (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 Capitan FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport (TRU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.