Airport Comparison
| IPZ | KTM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Isidro del General Airport | Tribhuvan International Airport |
| IATA Code | IPZ | KTM |
| ICAO Code | MRSI | VNKT |
| City | Perez Zeledon | Kathmandu |
| Country | Costa Rica | Nepal |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | Asia/Kathmandu |
| Elevation | 2,100 ft | 4,390 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.350000, -83.710000 | 27.700000, 85.360000 |
Perez Zeledon (IPZ) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 15,731 kilometers (9,775 miles / 8,494 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
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 Costa Rica 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 14:09 in Perez Zeledon, it's 01:54 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 2,290 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than San Isidro del General Airport.
The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Perez Zeledon (IPZ) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.