Airport Comparison
| KUL | TMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuala Lumpur International Airport | Sao Tome International Airport |
| IATA Code | KUL | TMS |
| ICAO Code | WMKK | FPST |
| City | Kuala Lumpur | Sao Tome |
| Country | Malaysia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur | Africa/Sao_Tome |
| Elevation | 69 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.750000, 101.710000 | 0.380000, 6.710000 |
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Sao Tome (TMS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 10,561 kilometers (6,562 miles / 5,702 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 271°.
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 São Tomé and Príncipe. 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 02:44 in Kuala Lumpur, it's 18:44 in Sao Tome. 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 Sao Tome (TMS) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) follows a heading of 87° (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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.