Airport Comparison
Ipiau (IPU) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ipiau Airport (IPU) in Ipiau, Brazil to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 14,164 kilometers (8,801 miles / 7,648 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.
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 Brazil 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 09:32 in Ipiau, it's 18:17 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 3,898 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Ipiau Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Ipiau (IPU) follows a heading of 273° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ipiau Airport (IPU) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.