The flight distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia to Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany is 10,553 kilometers (6,557 miles / 5,698 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:45 in Kota Kinabalu, it's 22:45 in Munich. With a 7-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 1,477 feet between the two airports. Munich International Airport sits higher than Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

The return flight from Munich (MUC) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) follows a heading of 75° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Munich International Airport (MUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.