KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
4,079 km
2,535 miles
SJI
San Jose
Philippines
Distance
4,079 km
2,535 mi / 2,203 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.25h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
107°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

KTM SJI
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport San Jose Airport
IATA Code KTM SJI
ICAO Code VNKT RPUH
City Kathmandu San Jose
Country Nepal Philippines
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Asia/Manila
Elevation 4,390 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 12.360000, 121.050000

Kathmandu (KTM) to San Jose (SJI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to San Jose Airport (SJI) in San Jose, Philippines is 4,079 kilometers (2,535 miles / 2,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Nepal with Philippines. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:15 in Kathmandu, it's 02:30 in San Jose.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,376 feet between the two airports. San Jose Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from San Jose (SJI) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 300° (west 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 San Jose Airport (SJI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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