Airport Comparison
| KTM | MWH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | Grant County International Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | MWH |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | KMWH |
| City | Kathmandu | Moses Lake |
| Country | Nepal | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 1,189 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | 47.210000, -119.320000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Moses Lake (MWH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Grant County International Airport (MWH) in Moses Lake, United States is 11,325 kilometers (7,037 miles / 6,115 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.
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 00:51 in Kathmandu, it's 11:06 in Moses Lake. 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 3,201 feet between the two airports. Grant County International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Moses Lake (MWH) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 338° (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 Grant County International Airport (MWH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.