GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
8,547 km
5,311 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
8,547 km
5,311 mi / 4,615 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
50°
northeast

Airport Comparison

GCJ KTM
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code GCJ KTM
ICAO Code FAGC VNKT
City Midrand Kathmandu
Country South Africa Nepal
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 5,325 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 27.700000, 85.360000

Midrand (GCJ) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 8,547 kilometers (5,311 miles / 4,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 21:54 in Midrand, it's 01:39 in Kathmandu. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 231° (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 Grand Central Airport (GCJ) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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