Airport Comparison
| HDS | KUL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport | Kuala Lumpur International Airport |
| IATA Code | HDS | KUL |
| ICAO Code | FAHS | WMKK |
| City | Hoedspruit | Kuala Lumpur |
| Country | South Africa | Malaysia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Elevation | 1,743 ft | 69 ft |
| Coordinates | -24.370000, 31.050000 | 2.750000, 101.710000 |
Hoedspruit (HDS) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 8,189 kilometers (5,089 miles / 4,422 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 79°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:56 in Hoedspruit, it's 19:56 in Kuala Lumpur. With a 6-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 1,674 feet between the two airports. Kuala Lumpur International Airport sits lower than Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport.
The return flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Hoedspruit (HDS) follows a heading of 244° (west 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 Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.