Airport Comparison
| IPZ | KUL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Isidro del General Airport | Kuala Lumpur International Airport |
| IATA Code | IPZ | KUL |
| ICAO Code | MRSI | WMKK |
| City | Perez Zeledon | Kuala Lumpur |
| Country | Costa Rica | Malaysia |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Elevation | 2,100 ft | 69 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.350000, -83.710000 | 2.750000, 101.710000 |
Perez Zeledon (IPZ) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 18,542 kilometers (11,521 miles / 10,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 Costa Rica 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 11:02 in Perez Zeledon, it's 01:02 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 2,031 feet between the two airports. Kuala Lumpur International Airport sits lower than San Isidro del General Airport.
The return flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Perez Zeledon (IPZ) follows a heading of 24° (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 San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.