Airport Comparison
| IGU | KUL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cataratas International Airport | Kuala Lumpur International Airport |
| IATA Code | IGU | KUL |
| ICAO Code | SBFI | WMKK |
| City | Foz Do Iguacu | Kuala Lumpur |
| Country | Brazil | Malaysia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Elevation | 786 ft | 69 ft |
| Coordinates | -25.600000, -54.480000 | 2.750000, 101.710000 |
Foz Do Iguacu (IGU) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cataratas International Airport (IGU) in Foz Do Iguacu, Brazil to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 16,419 kilometers (10,202 miles / 8,865 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying southeast at a heading of 131°.
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 Brazil with Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:01 in Foz Do Iguacu, it's 11:01 in Kuala Lumpur. With a 11-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 Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Foz Do Iguacu (IGU) follows a heading of 223° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Cataratas International Airport (IGU) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.