The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) in Petrolina, Brazil is 15,783 kilometers (9,807 miles / 8,522 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:46 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 04:46 in Petrolina. With a 11-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 1,194 feet between the two airports. Senador Nilo Coelho Airport sits higher than Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

The return flight from Petrolina (PNZ) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 98° (east). 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 Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.