Airport Comparison
| AFA | KUL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | Kuala Lumpur International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFA | KUL |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | WMKK |
| City | San Rafael | Kuala Lumpur |
| Country | Argentina | Malaysia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 69 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | 2.750000, 101.710000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 16,330 kilometers (10,147 miles / 8,817 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southeast at a heading of 162°.
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 Argentina with Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:39 in San Rafael, it's 01:39 in Kuala Lumpur. With a 11-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 2,401 feet between the two airports. Kuala Lumpur International Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.
The return flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 195° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.