Airport Comparison
| KUL | MCI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Kansas City International Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | MCI |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | KMCI |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Kansas City |
| Country | Malaysia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 1,027 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | 39.300000, -94.710000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kansas City (MCI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Kansas City International Airport (MCI) in Kansas City, United States is 15,047 kilometers (9,350 miles / 8,125 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.
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 18:35 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 04:35 in Kansas City. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Kansas City International Airport (MCI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.