KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
423 km
263 miles
TPU
Tikapur
Nepal
Distance
423 km
263 mi / 228 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
283°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

KTM TPU
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Tikapur Airport
IATA Code KTM TPU
ICAO Code VNKT VNTP
City Kathmandu Tikapur
Country Nepal Nepal
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 4,390 ft 797 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 28.520000, 81.150000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Tikapur (TPU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Tikapur Airport (TPU) in Tikapur, Nepal is 423 kilometers (263 miles / 228 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Nepal. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 09:32 in Kathmandu, it's 09:32 in Tikapur.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,593 feet between the two airports. Tikapur Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Tikapur (TPU) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 101° (east southeast). 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 Tikapur Airport (TPU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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