KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
7,088 km
4,404 miles
MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
Distance
7,088 km
4,404 mi / 3,827 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
243°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

KTM MMQ
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Mbala Airport
IATA Code KTM MMQ
ICAO Code VNKT FLBA
City Kathmandu Mbala
Country Nepal Zambia
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 4,390 ft 5,454 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 -8.860000, 31.340000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Mbala (MMQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia is 7,088 kilometers (4,404 miles / 3,827 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.

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 Zambia. 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 04:40 in Kathmandu, it's 00:55 in Mbala. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,064 feet between the two airports. Mbala 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 Mbala (MMQ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 53° (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 Mbala Airport (MMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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