The flight distance from Kaukura Airport (KKR) in Kaukura Airport, French Polynesia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 14,495 kilometers (9,007 miles / 7,827 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

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 French Polynesia 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 15:14 in Kaukura Airport, it's 06:59 in Kathmandu. With a 15.75-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 4,379 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits higher than Kaukura Airport.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Kaukura Airport (KKR) follows a heading of 87° (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 Kaukura Airport (KKR) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.