Airport Comparison
Kathmandu (KTM) to Ahmed Al Jaber AB (XIJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (XIJ) in Ahmed Al Jaber AB, Kuwait is 3,665 kilometers (2,277 miles / 1,979 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 281°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Nepal with Kuwait. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:01 in Kathmandu, it's 11:16 in Ahmed Al Jaber AB.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,981 feet between the two airports. Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Ahmed Al Jaber AB (XIJ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 83° (east). 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 Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (XIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.