KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
5,905 km
3,669 miles
PLQ
Palanga
Lithuania
Distance
5,905 km
3,669 mi / 3,188 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KTM PLQ
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Palanga International Airport
IATA Code KTM PLQ
ICAO Code VNKT EYPA
City Kathmandu Palanga
Country Nepal Lithuania
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Vilnius
Elevation 4,390 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 55.970000, 21.090000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Palanga (PLQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Palanga International Airport (PLQ) in Palanga, Lithuania is 5,905 kilometers (3,669 miles / 3,188 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Lithuania. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:55 in Kathmandu, it's 13:10 in Palanga. 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 4,357 feet between the two airports. Palanga International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Palanga (PLQ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 94° (east). 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 Palanga International Airport (PLQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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