The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Safford Regional Airport (SAD) in Safford, United States is 14,864 kilometers (9,236 miles / 8,026 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 18:11 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 03:11 in Safford. 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 3,109 feet between the two airports. Safford Regional Airport sits higher than Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

The return flight from Safford (SAD) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 314° (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 Safford Regional Airport (SAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.