The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Tougan Airport (TUQ) in Tougan, Burkina Faso is 9,185 kilometers (5,707 miles / 4,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 281°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:29 in Kathmandu, it's 11:44 in Tougan. 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 3,406 feet between the two airports. Tougan Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Tougan (TUQ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 63° (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 Tougan Airport (TUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.