KTM
Kathmandu
Nepal
8,067 km
5,013 miles
TWE
Taylor
United States
Distance
8,067 km
5,013 mi / 4,356 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-14.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
24°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

KTM TWE
Airport Name Tribhuvan International Airport Taylor Airport
IATA Code KTM TWE
ICAO Code VNKT AK49
City Kathmandu Taylor
Country Nepal United States
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu America/Nome
Elevation 4,390 ft 440 ft
Coordinates 27.700000, 85.360000 65.680000, -164.800000

Kathmandu (KTM) to Taylor (TWE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Taylor Airport (TWE) in Taylor, United States is 8,067 kilometers (5,013 miles / 4,356 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 22:54 in Kathmandu, it's 08:09 in Taylor. With a 14.75-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 3,950 feet between the two airports. Taylor Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.

The return flight from Taylor (TWE) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 299° (west northwest). 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 Taylor Airport (TWE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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