Airport Comparison
| KUL | THM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Thompson Falls Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | THM |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | KTHM |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Thompson Falls |
| Country | Malaysia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 2,467 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | 47.600000, -115.300000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Thompson Falls (THM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Thompson Falls Airport (THM) in Thompson Falls, United States is 13,361 kilometers (8,302 miles / 7,214 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
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 23:42 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 08:42 in Thompson Falls. 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 2,398 feet between the two airports. Thompson Falls Airport sits higher than Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The return flight from Thompson Falls (THM) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 316° (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 Thompson Falls Airport (THM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.