The flight distance from Kimberley Airport (KIM) in Kimberley, South Africa to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 8,889 kilometers (5,523 miles / 4,800 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 81°.

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 02:26 in Kimberley, it's 08:26 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 3,881 feet between the two airports. Kuala Lumpur International Airport sits lower than Kimberley Airport.

The return flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kimberley (KIM) follows a heading of 240° (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 Kimberley Airport (KIM) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.