The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Columbus Municipal Airport (OLU) in Columbus, United States is 14,736 kilometers (9,157 miles / 7,957 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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 16:18 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 02:18 in Columbus. With a 14-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 1,378 feet between the two airports. Columbus Municipal Airport sits higher than Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

The return flight from Columbus (OLU) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 334° (north 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 Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Columbus Municipal Airport (OLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.