KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
7,604 km
4,725 miles
PLF
Pala
Chad
Distance
7,604 km
4,725 mi / 4,106 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
269°
west

Airport Comparison

KTM PLF
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Pala Airport
IATA Code KTM PLF
ICAO Code VNKT FTTP
City Kathmandu Pala
Country Nepal Chad
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 4,390 ft 1,532 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 9.380000, 14.930000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Pala (PLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Pala Airport (PLF) in Pala, Chad is 7,604 kilometers (4,725 miles / 4,106 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 269°.

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 Chad. 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 22:46 in Kathmandu, it's 18:01 in Pala. 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 2,858 feet between the two airports. Pala Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Pala (PLF) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 64° (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 Pala Airport (PLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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