The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Nikunau Airport (NIG) in Nikunau, Kiribati is 10,179 kilometers (6,325 miles / 5,496 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

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 Kiribati. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. 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 02:49 in Nikunau. With a 6.25-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 4,384 feet between the two airports. Nikunau Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Nikunau (NIG) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 298° (west 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 Nikunau Airport (NIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.