Airport Comparison
| KTM | LWS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | LWS |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | KLWS |
| City | Kathmandu | Lewiston |
| Country | Nepal | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 1,442 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | 46.370000, -117.020000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Lewiston (LWS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) in Lewiston, United States is 11,476 kilometers (7,131 miles / 6,197 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, 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 Nepal with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:34 in Kathmandu, it's 06:49 in Lewiston. With a 13.75-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 2,948 feet between the two airports. Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Lewiston (LWS) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 340° (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 Lewiston/Nez Perce County Airport (LWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.