Airport Comparison
Kathmandu (KTM) to Sitka (SIT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport (SIT) in Sitka, United States is 9,848 kilometers (6,119 miles / 5,317 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:16 in Kathmandu, it's 09:31 in Sitka. With a 14.75-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 4,364 feet between the two airports. Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Sitka (SIT) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 325° (northwest). 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 Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport (SIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.