KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
8,046 km
5,000 miles
LEN
Leon
Spain
Distance
8,046 km
5,000 mi / 4,345 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
309°
northwest

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KTM LEN
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Leon Airport
IATA Code KTM LEN
ICAO Code VNKT LELN
City Kathmandu Leon
Country Nepal Spain
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Madrid
Elevation 4,390 ft 3,006 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 42.590000, -5.660000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Leon (LEN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Leon Airport (LEN) in Leon, Spain is 8,046 kilometers (5,000 miles / 4,345 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 Nepal with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:06 in Kathmandu, it's 16:21 in Leon. The 4.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,384 feet between the two airports. Leon Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Leon (LEN) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 68° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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