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How long is the flight from New York to Kathmandu?

JFKNew York
KTMKathmandu
Flight Time
13 h 59 min
Distance
12,131km

7,538 miles

Departure
03:08
Arrival
02:51
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 03:08 · America/New_York

To

KTMKathmandu

Tribhuvan International Airport

Arrival 02:51 · Asia/Kathmandu

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu covers a distance of approximately 12,131 kilometers (7,538 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 13 h 59 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
Asia/Kathmandu

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to Kathmandu?

A direct flight from New York to Kathmandu takes around 13 h 59 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Kathmandu?

The distance from New York to Kathmandu is about 12,131 kilometers (7,538 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Kathmandu?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 13 h 59 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Kathmandu to New York.