The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina is 16,620 kilometers (10,327 miles / 8,974 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 212°.

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 17:44 in Kathmandu, it's 08:59 in Rio Gallegos. 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 4,329 feet between the two airports. Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 132° (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 Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.