The flight distance from Arutua Airport (AXR) in Arutua Airport, French Polynesia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 14,502 kilometers (9,011 miles / 7,831 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

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 French Polynesia with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:04 in Arutua Airport, it's 08:49 in Kathmandu. With a 15.75-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 4,381 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Arutua Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Arutua Airport (AXR) follows a heading of 87° (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 Arutua Airport (AXR) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.