GST
Gustavus
United States
9,711 km
6,034 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
9,711 km
6,034 mi / 5,243 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14.75h
America/Anchorage
Heading
324°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GST KTM
Airport Name Gustavus Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code GST KTM
ICAO Code PAGS VNKT
City Gustavus Kathmandu
Country United States Nepal
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 36 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 58.430000, -135.710000 27.700000, 85.360000

Gustavus (GST) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gustavus Airport (GST) in Gustavus, United States to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 9,711 kilometers (6,034 miles / 5,243 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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 02:41 in Gustavus, it's 17:26 in Kathmandu. With a 14.75-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 4,354 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Gustavus Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Gustavus (GST) follows a heading of 20° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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