The flight distance from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) in Kota Baharu, Malaysia to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 16,183 kilometers (10,055 miles / 8,738 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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 10:55 in Kota Baharu, it's 21:55 in Tampa. With a 13-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 Tampa (TPA) to Kota Baharu (KBR) follows a heading of 352° (north). 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 Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.