Airport Comparison
| KUL | RTL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Spirit Lake Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | RTL |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | K0F3 |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Spirit Lake |
| Country | Malaysia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 1,434 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | 43.390000, -95.140000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Spirit Lake (RTL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Spirit Lake Municipal Airport (RTL) in Spirit Lake, United States is 14,615 kilometers (9,081 miles / 7,891 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
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 16:41 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 02:41 in Spirit Lake. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,365 feet between the two airports. Spirit Lake Municipal Airport sits higher than Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The return flight from Spirit Lake (RTL) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 337° (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 Spirit Lake Municipal Airport (RTL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.