Airport Comparison
| KTM | SJT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | San Angelo Regional/Mathis Field |
| IATA Code | KTM | SJT |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | KSJT |
| City | Kathmandu | San Angelo |
| Country | Nepal | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 1,919 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | 31.360000, -100.500000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to San Angelo (SJT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to San Angelo Regional/Mathis Field (SJT) in San Angelo, United States is 13,419 kilometers (8,338 miles / 7,245 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 6°.
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 23:53 in Kathmandu, it's 12:08 in San Angelo. With a 11.75-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 2,471 feet between the two airports. San Angelo Regional/Mathis Field sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from San Angelo (SJT) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 354° (north). 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 Angelo Regional/Mathis Field (SJT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.