Airport Comparison
| KBR | SLC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sultan Ismail Petra Airport | Salt Lake City International Airport |
| IATA Code | KBR | SLC |
| ICAO Code | WMKC | KSLC |
| City | Kota Baharu | Salt Lake City |
| Country | Malaysia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 4,231 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.170000, 102.290000 | 40.790000, -111.980000 |
Kota Baharu (KBR) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) in Kota Baharu, Malaysia to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 13,732 kilometers (8,533 miles / 7,415 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 22:27 in Kota Baharu, it's 07:27 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 4,215 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Sultan Ismail Petra Airport.
The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Kota Baharu (KBR) follows a heading of 318° (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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.