The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa is 9,476 kilometers (5,888 miles / 5,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.

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 South Africa. 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 23:28 in Kathmandu, it's 19:43 in Plettenberg Bay. 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 3,925 feet between the two airports. Plettenberg Bay Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 52° (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 Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.