Airport Comparison
| CME | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ciudad del Carmen International Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | CME | KTM |
| ICAO Code | MMCE | VNKT |
| City | Ciudad del Carmen | Kathmandu |
| Country | Mexico | Nepal |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.650000, -91.800000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
Ciudad del Carmen (CME) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ciudad del Carmen International Airport (CME) in Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 14,852 kilometers (9,229 miles / 8,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 3°.
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 Mexico with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:35 in Ciudad del Carmen, it's 19:20 in Kathmandu. 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 4,380 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Ciudad del Carmen International Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Ciudad del Carmen (CME) follows a heading of 356° (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 Ciudad del Carmen International Airport (CME) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.