KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
13,690 km
8,507 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
13,690 km
8,507 mi / 7,392 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
347°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KTM TPA
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code KTM TPA
ICAO Code VNKT KTPA
City Kathmandu Tampa
Country Nepal United States
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu America/New_York
Elevation 4,390 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 27.980000, -82.530000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 13,690 kilometers (8,507 miles / 7,392 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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 15:55 in Kathmandu, it's 05:10 in Tampa. With a 10.75-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. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 13° (north 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 Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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