AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
3,202 km
1,989 miles
PPL
Phaplu
Nepal
Distance
3,202 km
1,989 mi / 1,729 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1.75h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
77°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

AUH PPL
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Phaplu Airport
IATA Code AUH PPL
ICAO Code OMAA VNPL
City Abu Dhabi Phaplu
Country United Arab Emirates Nepal
Timezone Asia/Dubai Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 88 ft 7,918 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 27.520000, 86.580000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Phaplu (PPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Phaplu Airport (PPL) in Phaplu, Nepal is 3,202 kilometers (1,989 miles / 1,729 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:55 in Abu Dhabi, it's 20:40 in Phaplu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,830 feet between the two airports. Phaplu Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Phaplu (PPL) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 271° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Phaplu Airport (PPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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