Airport Comparison
| KUL | LVS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Las Vegas Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | LVS |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | KLVS |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Las Vegas |
| Country | Malaysia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 6,877 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | 35.650000, -105.140000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Las Vegas (LVS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Las Vegas Municipal Airport (LVS) in Las Vegas, United States is 14,914 kilometers (9,267 miles / 8,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 Malaysia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:41 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 05:41 in Las Vegas. With a 15-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 6,808 feet between the two airports. Las Vegas Municipal 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 Las Vegas (LVS) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 321° (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 Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Las Vegas Municipal Airport (LVS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.