The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Liuting Airport (TAO) in Qingdao, China is 3,416 kilometers (2,123 miles / 1,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:55 in Kathmandu, it's 04:10 in Qingdao.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,357 feet between the two airports. Liuting Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 264° (west). 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 Liuting Airport (TAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.