Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
If it's this in Kathmandu, it's that in Santiago.
When it's 8:00 am in Kathmandu, it's 11:15 pm in Santiago — night there, the previous day.
When it's 10:00 am in Kathmandu, it's 1:15 am in Santiago — late night there, the same day.
When it's 12:00 pm in Kathmandu, it's 3:15 am in Santiago — late night there, the same day.
When it's 3:00 pm in Kathmandu, it's 6:15 am in Santiago — morning there, the same day.
When it's 5:00 pm in Kathmandu, it's 8:15 am in Santiago — morning there, the same day.
When it's 9:00 pm in Kathmandu, it's 12:15 pm in Santiago — midday there, the same day.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Kathmandu uses the NPR (₨) and Santiago uses the CLP ($). Language shifts too — Nepali in Kathmandu, Spanish in Santiago. Be careful behind the wheel: Kathmandu drives on the left, Santiago on the right.
- Country
- Nepal
- Capital
- Kathmandu
- Currency
- Nepalese rupee (NPR · ₨)
- Language
- Nepali
- Calling code
- +977
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Chile
- Capital
- Santiago
- Currency
- Chilean peso (CLP · $)
- Language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +56
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Kathmandu and Santiago?
Kathmandu is 8.7 hours behind Santiago. Kathmandu runs on GMT+5:45 and Santiago on GMT-3. The gap can shift by an hour when either side enters or leaves daylight saving — the live clocks above always reflect the current offset.
When it's 10 am in Kathmandu, what time is it in Santiago?
10:00 am in Kathmandu is 1:15 am in Santiago on the same day — late night there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When it's 3 pm in Kathmandu, what time is it in Santiago?
3:00 pm in Kathmandu is 6:15 am in Santiago on the same day — morning there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
Standard 09:00–17:00 workdays don't intersect. Most teams compromise with one side meeting early (before 09:00) or late (after 17:00).
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Kathmandu from Santiago?
About 17,636 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 21h 15m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Kathmandu and Santiago use?
Kathmandu uses the Nepalese rupee (NPR, ₨); Santiago uses the Chilean peso (CLP, $). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Kathmandu from Santiago?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +977, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Kathmandu and Santiago?
Kathmandu primarily speaks Nepali; Santiago speaks Spanish. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Kathmandu and Santiago drive on the same side of the road?
No. Nepal drives on the left, Chile on the right. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.