Airport Comparison
| KTM | SID | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | Amilcar Cabral International Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | SID |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | GVAC |
| City | Kathmandu | Espargos |
| Country | Nepal | Cape Verde |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 177 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | 16.740000, -22.950000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Espargos (SID) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) in Espargos, Cape Verde is 10,854 kilometers (6,744 miles / 5,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.
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 Cape Verde. 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 18:19 in Kathmandu, it's 11:34 in Espargos. With a 6.75-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 4,213 feet between the two airports. Amilcar Cabral International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Espargos (SID) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 58° (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 Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.