Airport Comparison
| KTM | PUD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | Puerto Deseado Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | PUD |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | SAWD |
| City | Kathmandu | Puerto Deseado |
| Country | Nepal | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 268 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | -47.740000, -65.900000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Puerto Deseado (PUD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Puerto Deseado Airport (PUD) in Puerto Deseado, Argentina is 16,680 kilometers (10,365 miles / 9,007 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.
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 Argentina. 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 01:39 in Kathmandu, it's 16:54 in Puerto Deseado. With a 8.75-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 4,122 feet between the two airports. Puerto Deseado Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Puerto Deseado (PUD) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 122° (east southeast). 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 Puerto Deseado Airport (PUD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.