The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Rankin Inlet Airport (YRT) in Rankin Inlet, Canada is 9,948 kilometers (6,182 miles / 5,372 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 359°.

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 17:00 in Kathmandu, it's 05:15 in Rankin Inlet. With a 11.75-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 4,296 feet between the two airports. Rankin Inlet Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Rankin Inlet (YRT) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 2° (north). 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 Rankin Inlet Airport (YRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.