GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
7,034 km
4,371 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
7,034 km
4,371 mi / 3,798 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.75h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
77°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

GVA KTM
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code GVA KTM
ICAO Code LSGG VNKT
City Geneva Kathmandu
Country Switzerland Nepal
Timezone Europe/Zurich Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 1,411 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 27.700000, 85.360000

Geneva (GVA) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 7,034 kilometers (4,371 miles / 3,798 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 Switzerland with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:06 in Geneva, it's 12:51 in Kathmandu. The 4.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,979 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 310° (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 Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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