The flight distance from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) in Alor Satar, Malaysia to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 14,441 kilometers (8,973 miles / 7,797 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 Malaysia 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 09:40 in Alor Satar, it's 18:40 in Phoenix. With a 15-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 1,120 feet between the two airports. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport sits higher than Sultan Abdul Halim Airport.

The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Alor Satar (AOR) follows a heading of 316° (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 Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.