Airport Comparison
| KTM | TTG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tribhuvan International Airport | General Enrique Mosconi Airport |
| IATA Code | KTM | TTG |
| ICAO Code | VNKT | SAST |
| City | Kathmandu | Tartagal |
| Country | Nepal | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Kathmandu | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Elevation | 4,390 ft | 1,472 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.700000, 85.360000 | -22.620000, -63.790000 |
Kathmandu (KTM) to Tartagal (TTG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to General Enrique Mosconi Airport (TTG) in Tartagal, Argentina is 16,868 kilometers (10,481 miles / 9,108 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:37 in Kathmandu, it's 11:52 in Tartagal. With a 8.75-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 2,918 feet between the two airports. General Enrique Mosconi Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Tartagal (TTG) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 73° (east 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 General Enrique Mosconi Airport (TTG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.