The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Vanua Balavu Airport (VBV) in Vanua Balavu, Fiji is 11,430 kilometers (7,102 miles / 6,172 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:15 in Kathmandu, it's 06:30 in Vanua Balavu. With a 6.25-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 4,314 feet between the two airports. Vanua Balavu Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Vanua Balavu (VBV) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 295° (west northwest). 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 Vanua Balavu Airport (VBV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.