Airport Comparison
| HGU | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | HGU | KTM |
| ICAO Code | AYMH | VNKT |
| City | Mount Hagen | Kathmandu |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Nepal |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 5,388 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | -5.830000, 144.300000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
Mount Hagen (HGU) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) in Mount Hagen, Papua New Guinea to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 7,335 kilometers (4,558 miles / 3,961 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.
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 Papua New Guinea with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:17 in Mount Hagen, it's 15:02 in Kathmandu. The 4.25-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Mount Hagen (HGU) follows a heading of 111° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.