Airport Comparison
| KUL | ROY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Rio Mayo Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | ROY |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | SAWM |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Rio Mayo |
| Country | Malaysia | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | America/Argentina/Catamarca |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 1,784 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | -45.700000, -70.250000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Rio Mayo (ROY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) in Rio Mayo, Argentina is 15,175 kilometers (9,430 miles / 8,194 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south at a heading of 188°.
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 Argentina. 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 19:24 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 08:24 in Rio Mayo. 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 1,715 feet between the two airports. Rio Mayo Airport sits higher than Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
The return flight from Rio Mayo (ROY) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 168° (south southeast). 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 Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.