Airport Comparison
| KUL | PLM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | PLM |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | WIPP |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Palembang-Sumatra Island |
| Country | Malaysia | Indonesia |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | Asia/Jakarta |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 49 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | -2.900000, 104.700000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Palembang-Sumatra Island (PLM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) in Palembang-Sumatra Island, Indonesia is 711 kilometers (442 miles / 384 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Malaysia with Indonesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:22 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 03:22 in Palembang-Sumatra Island.
The return flight from Palembang-Sumatra Island (PLM) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 332° (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 Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.