Airport Comparison
Kathmandu (KTM) to Lake Geneva (XES) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal to Grand Geneva Resort Airport (XES) in Lake Geneva, United States is 12,171 kilometers (7,563 miles / 6,572 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 355°.
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 01:01 in Kathmandu, it's 13:16 in Lake Geneva. With a 11.75-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 3,555 feet between the two airports. Grand Geneva Resort Airport sits lower than Tribhuvan International Airport.
The return flight from Lake Geneva (XES) to Kathmandu (KTM) follows a heading of 6° (north). 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 Grand Geneva Resort Airport (XES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.