The flight distance from Port St Johns Airport (JOH) in Port St Johns, South Africa to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 8,496 kilometers (5,279 miles / 4,587 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 08:30 in Port St Johns, it's 14:30 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 1,158 feet between the two airports. Kuala Lumpur International Airport sits lower than Port St Johns Airport.

The return flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Port St Johns (JOH) follows a heading of 237° (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 Port St Johns Airport (JOH) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.