The flight distance from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, United States to Ranau Airport (RNU) in Ranau, Malaysia is 9,294 kilometers (5,775 miles / 5,018 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 274°.

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 03:27 in Honolulu, it's 21:27 in Ranau. With a 18-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 1,787 feet between the two airports. Ranau Airport sits higher than Daniel K Inouye International Airport.

The return flight from Ranau (RNU) to Honolulu (HNL) follows a heading of 69° (east 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 Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Ranau Airport (RNU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.