Airport Comparison
| KUL | SSH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Sharm El Sheikh International Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | SSH |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | HESH |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Sharm el-Sheikh |
| Country | Malaysia | Egypt |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | Africa/Cairo |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 143 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | 27.980000, 34.400000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt is 7,642 kilometers (4,749 miles / 4,127 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Malaysia with Egypt. 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 02:40 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 20:40 in Sharm el-Sheikh. With a 6-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 Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 99° (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 Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.