The flight distance from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) in Kota Baharu, Malaysia to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 14,008 kilometers (8,704 miles / 7,564 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 05:18 in Kota Baharu, it's 13:18 in San Diego. With a 16-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 San Diego (SAN) to Kota Baharu (KBR) follows a heading of 309° (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 Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.