The flight distance from Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) in East London, South Africa to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 9,080 kilometers (5,642 miles / 4,903 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 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 23:32 in East London, it's 03:17 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 3,955 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Ben Schoeman Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to East London (ELS) 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 Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.