The flight distance from Southdowns Airport (KIW) in Kitwe, Zambia to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is 8,300 kilometers (5,157 miles / 4,482 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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 Zambia with Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:47 in Kitwe, it's 17:47 in Kuala Lumpur. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,076 feet between the two airports. Kuala Lumpur International Airport sits lower than Southdowns Airport.

The return flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kitwe (KIW) follows a heading of 256° (west 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 Southdowns Airport (KIW) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.