The flight distance from Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) in Grand Island, United States to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 12,370 kilometers (7,686 miles / 6,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 United States 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 13:21 in Grand Island, it's 01:06 in Kathmandu. With a 11.75-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 2,543 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Central Nebraska Regional Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Grand Island (GRI) follows a heading of 3° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.