Airport Comparison
| KTM | PSZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | Capitan Av. Salvador Ogaya G. airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | PSZ |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | SLPS |
| City | Kathmandu | Puerto Suarez |
| Country | Nepal | Bolivia |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 505 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | -18.980000, -57.820000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Puerto Suarez (PSZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Capitan Av. Salvador Ogaya G. airport (PSZ) in Puerto Suarez, Bolivia is 16,149 kilometers (10,034 miles / 8,720 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 276°.
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 Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:04 in Kathmandu, it's 15:19 in Puerto Suarez. With a 9.75-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 3,885 feet between the two airports. Capitan Av. Salvador Ogaya G. airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Puerto Suarez (PSZ) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 68° (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 Capitan Av. Salvador Ogaya G. airport (PSZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.