The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Nyingchi Airport (LZY) in Nyingchi, China is 895 kilometers (556 miles / 483 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:45 in Kathmandu, it's 11:00 in Nyingchi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,285 feet between the two airports. Nyingchi Airport sits higher than Tribhuvan International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nyingchi (LZY) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 261° (west). 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 Nyingchi Airport (LZY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.