Airport Comparison
| GGS | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gobernador Gregores Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | GGS | KTM |
| ICAO Code | SAWR | VNKT |
| City | Gobernador Gregores | Kathmandu |
| Country | Argentina | Nepal |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 356 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | -48.780000, -70.150000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
Gobernador Gregores (GGS) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gobernador Gregores Airport (GGS) in Gobernador Gregores, Argentina to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 16,870 kilometers (10,482 miles / 9,109 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.
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 Argentina with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:46 in Gobernador Gregores, it's 23:31 in Kathmandu. With a 8.75-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 4,034 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Gobernador Gregores Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Gobernador Gregores (GGS) follows a heading of 215° (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 Gobernador Gregores Airport (GGS) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.