Airport Comparison
Sao Paulo (CGH) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 15,215 kilometers (9,454 miles / 8,215 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
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 Brazil with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:01 in Sao Paulo, it's 18:46 in Kathmandu. With a 8.75-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 1,759 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Congonhas Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Sao Paulo (CGH) follows a heading of 264° (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 Congonhas Airport (CGH) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.