Airport Comparison
Cockburn Town (GDT) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) in Cockburn Town, TC to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 13,995 kilometers (8,696 miles / 7,557 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.
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 TC with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:28 in Cockburn Town, it's 19:13 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 4,377 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than JAGS McCartney International Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Cockburn Town (GDT) follows a heading of 333° (north 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 JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.