Airport Comparison
| KUL | RBF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Big Bear City Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | RBF |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | KL35 |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Big Bear City |
| Country | Malaysia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 6,752 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | 34.260000, -116.860000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Big Bear City (RBF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Big Bear City Airport (RBF) in Big Bear City, United States is 14,255 kilometers (8,858 miles / 7,697 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
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 23:47 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 07:47 in Big Bear City. With a 16-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 6,683 feet between the two airports. Big Bear City 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 Big Bear City (RBF) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 308° (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 Big Bear City Airport (RBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.