Airport Comparison
Futuna Island (FTA) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Futuna Airport (FTA) in Futuna Island, Vanuatu to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 10,522 kilometers (6,538 miles / 5,682 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.
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 Vanuatu with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:00 in Futuna Island, it's 18:45 in Kathmandu. The 5.25-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,295 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Futuna Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Futuna Island (FTA) follows a heading of 110° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Futuna Airport (FTA) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.