KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
8,260 km
5,133 miles
VRL
Vila Real Airport
Portugal
Distance
8,260 km
5,133 mi / 4,460 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
309°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KTM VRL
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Vila Real Airport
IATA Code KTM VRL
ICAO Code VNKT LPVR
City Kathmandu N/A
Country Nepal Portugal
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Lisbon
Elevation 4,390 ft 1,805 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 41.270000, -7.720000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Vila Real Airport (VRL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Vila Real Airport (VRL) in Vila Real Airport, Portugal is 8,260 kilometers (5,133 miles / 4,460 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Nepal with Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:42 in Kathmandu, it's 11:57 in Vila Real Airport. 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 2,585 feet between the two airports. Vila Real Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Vila Real Airport (VRL) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 67° (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 Vila Real Airport (VRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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