The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) in Kolwezi Airport, DR Congo is 8,561 kilometers (5,320 miles / 4,623 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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 Malaysia with DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:59 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 18:59 in Kolwezi Airport. 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 4,938 feet between the two airports. Kolwezi Airport sits higher than Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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