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Flight time from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur

Estimated duration, distance and time difference for the LAX → KUL route.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur?

The direct flight from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur takes about 17h 10m, covering roughly 14,163 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

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Flight duration
17h 10m
Distance
14,163 km
Time difference
+16h
Los Angeles
LAX
UTC-8
17h 10m
Kuala Lumpur
KUL
UTC+8

If you depart at…

Departure (Los Angeles)Arrival (Kuala Lumpur)
6:00 AM3:10 PM (+1 day)
9:00 AM6:10 PM (+1 day)
12:00 PM9:10 PM (+1 day)
3:00 PM12:10 AM (+2 days)
6:00 PM3:10 AM (+2 days)
9:00 PM6:10 AM (+2 days)

Note

The estimated duration is a mathematical calculation for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed of 850 km/h and is outside our control. Actual flight time varies with the airline, the routing, weather and the jet stream. Check with the airline for the exact duration.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur?
The direct flight from Los Angeles to Kuala Lumpur takes about 17h 10m over a distance of roughly 14,163 km. This is an estimate for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed; itineraries with a connection take longer depending on the layover.
What is the distance between Los Angeles and Kuala Lumpur?
The approximate straight-line distance between Los Angeles and Kuala Lumpur is about 14,163 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.