The flight distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 8,826 kilometers (5,484 miles / 4,765 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 Israel. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:24 in Kota Kinabalu, it's 11:24 in Tel Aviv. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) follows a heading of 90° (east). 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 Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.