The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Sambailo Airport (SBI) in Koundara, Guinea is 12,648 kilometers (7,859 miles / 6,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:37 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 07:37 in Koundara. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Koundara (SBI) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 81° (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 Sambailo Airport (SBI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.