Airport Comparison
| KUL | TFM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Telefomin Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | TFM |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | AYTE |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Telefomin |
| Country | Malaysia | Papua New Guinea |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 4,950 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | -5.130000, 141.640000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Telefomin (TFM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Telefomin Airport (TFM) in Telefomin, Papua New Guinea is 4,521 kilometers (2,809 miles / 2,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 101°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Malaysia with Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:17 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 01:17 in Telefomin.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,881 feet between the two airports. Telefomin Airport sits higher than Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The return flight from Telefomin (TFM) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 280° (west). 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 Telefomin Airport (TFM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.