Airport Comparison
| KUL | RGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | RGL |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | SAWG |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Rio Gallegos |
| Country | Malaysia | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 61 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | -51.610000, -69.310000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Rio Gallegos (RGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina is 14,518 kilometers (9,021 miles / 7,839 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south at a heading of 187°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:00 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 16:00 in Rio Gallegos. With a 11-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 Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 168° (south southeast). 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 Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.