KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
8,144 km
5,060 miles
WKI
Hwange
Zimbabwe
Distance
8,144 km
5,060 mi / 4,397 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
238°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

KTM WKI
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Hwange Airport
IATA Code KTM WKI
ICAO Code VNKT FVWT
City Kathmandu Hwange
Country Nepal Zimbabwe
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Africa/Harare
Elevation 4,390 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 -18.360000, 26.520000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Hwange (WKI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Hwange Airport (WKI) in Hwange, Zimbabwe is 8,144 kilometers (5,060 miles / 4,397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 07:55 in Kathmandu, it's 04:10 in Hwange. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,890 feet between the two airports. Hwange Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Hwange (WKI) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 52° (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 Hwange Airport (WKI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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