KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
8,027 km
4,988 miles
MKJ
Makoua
Congo
Distance
8,027 km
4,988 mi / 4,334 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
260°
west

Airport Comparison

KTM MKJ
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Makoua Airport
IATA Code KTM MKJ
ICAO Code VNKT FCOM
City Kathmandu Makoua
Country Nepal Congo
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Africa/Brazzaville
Elevation 4,390 ft 1,293 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 -0.020000, 15.580000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Makoua (MKJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Makoua Airport (MKJ) in Makoua, Congo is 8,027 kilometers (4,988 miles / 4,334 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

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 Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:47 in Kathmandu, it's 20:02 in Makoua. 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 3,097 feet between the two airports. Makoua Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Makoua (MKJ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 61° (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 Makoua Airport (MKJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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