The flight distance from Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) in Grand Island, United States to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 14,747 kilometers (9,163 miles / 7,963 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 United States with Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:14 in Grand Island, it's 18:14 in Kuala Lumpur. With a 14-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 1,778 feet between the two airports. Kuala Lumpur International Airport sits lower than Central Nebraska Regional Airport.

The return flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Grand Island (GRI) follows a heading of 21° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.