Airport Comparison
Caruru (CUO) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Caruru Airport (CUO) in Caruru, Colombia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 15,965 kilometers (9,920 miles / 8,620 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
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 Colombia 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 07:52 in Caruru, it's 18:37 in Kathmandu. With a 10.75-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 3,570 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Caruru Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Caruru (CUO) follows a heading of 318° (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 Caruru Airport (CUO) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.