JIR
Jiri
Nepal
85 km
53 miles
KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
Distance
85 km
53 mi / 46 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
276°
west

Airport Comparison

JIR KTM
Airport Name Jiri Airport Tribhuvan International Airport
IATA Code JIR KTM
ICAO Code VNJI VNKT
City Jiri Kathmandu
Country Nepal Nepal
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 6,000 ft 4,390 ft
Coordinates 27.620000, 86.220000 27.700000, 85.360000

Jiri (JIR) to Kathmandu (KTM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jiri Airport (JIR) in Jiri, Nepal to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 85 kilometers (53 miles / 46 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west at a heading of 276°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Nepal. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 08:55 in Jiri, it's 08:55 in Kathmandu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,610 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits lower than Jiri Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Jiri (JIR) follows a heading of 96° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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