The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Malikus Saleh Airport (LSW) in Lhok Seumawe-Sumatra Island, Indonesia is 2,783 kilometers (1,729 miles / 1,503 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Nepal with Indonesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:00 in Kathmandu, it's 19:15 in Lhok Seumawe-Sumatra Island.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,300 feet between the two airports. Malikus Saleh Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Lhok Seumawe-Sumatra Island (LSW) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 335° (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 Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and Malikus Saleh Airport (LSW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.