BEX
Benson
United Kingdom
7,397 km
4,596 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
7,397 km
4,596 mi / 3,994 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.75h
Europe/London
Heading
74°
east northeast

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BEX KTM
Airport Name RAF Benson Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code BEX KTM
ICAO Code EGUB VNKT
City Benson Kathmandu
Country United Kingdom Nepal
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 226 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 51.620000, -1.100000 27.700000, 85.360000

Benson (BEX) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Benson (BEX) in Benson, United Kingdom to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 7,397 kilometers (4,596 miles / 3,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:35 in Benson, it's 17:20 in Kathmandu. The 5.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,164 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than RAF Benson.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Benson (BEX) follows a heading of 317° (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 RAF Benson (BEX) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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