The flight distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 12,882 kilometers (8,004 miles / 6,956 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 07:46 in Kota Kinabalu, it's 16:46 in Salt Lake City. 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 4,221 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) follows a heading of 305° (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 Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.