DUR
Durban
South Africa
8,593 km
5,340 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
8,593 km
5,340 mi / 4,640 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
47°
northeast

Airport Comparison

DUR KTM
Airport Name King Shaka International Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code DUR KTM
ICAO Code FALE VNKT
City Durban Kathmandu
Country South Africa Nepal
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 295 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates -29.610000, 31.120000 27.700000, 85.360000

Durban (DUR) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban, South Africa to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 8,593 kilometers (5,340 miles / 4,640 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:28 in Durban, it's 17:13 in Kathmandu. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,095 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than King Shaka International Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Durban (DUR) follows a heading of 226° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the King Shaka International Airport (DUR) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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