Airport Comparison
| KTM | YDC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | Drayton Valley Industrial Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | YDC |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | CER3 |
| City | Kathmandu | Drayton Valley |
| Country | Nepal | Canada |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 2,776 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | 53.270000, -114.960000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Drayton Valley (YDC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 10,800 kilometers (6,711 miles / 5,831 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.
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 Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:41 in Kathmandu, it's 13:56 in Drayton Valley. With a 12.75-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 1,614 feet between the two airports. Drayton Valley Industrial Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Drayton Valley (YDC) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 342° (north 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 Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.