KHT
Khost
Afghanistan
4,738 km
2,944 miles
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Distance
4,738 km
2,944 mi / 2,558 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
129°
southeast

Airport Comparison

KHT KUL
Airport Name Khost Airport Kuala Lumpur International Airport
IATA Code KHT KUL
ICAO Code OAKS WMKK
City Khost Kuala Lumpur
Country Afghanistan Malaysia
Timezone Asia/Kabul Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Elevation 3,756 ft 69 ft
Coordinates 33.330000, 69.950000 2.750000, 101.710000

Khost (KHT) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Khost Airport (KHT) in Khost, Afghanistan to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 4,738 kilometers (2,944 miles / 2,558 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

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 Afghanistan with Malaysia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:00 in Khost, it's 23:30 in Kuala Lumpur. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,687 feet between the two airports. Kuala Lumpur International Airport sits lower than Khost Airport.

The return flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Khost (KHT) follows a heading of 319° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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