Distance from Delhi to Kuala Lumpur
🇮🇳 Delhi, India → 🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The distance between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur is 3,838 kilometres (2,385 miles) measured as a great-circle (straight) line. Flying out of Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), the initial heading is roughly southeast (133°), and a typical nonstop flight takes around 5h 18m. Actual flight paths and times vary with routing, winds and air-traffic constraints.
Travelling the other way, from Kuala Lumpur to Delhi, covers the same 3,838 km; the return flight leaves on an initial heading of roughly northwest (320°). Kuala Lumpur (UTC+8) is 2h 30m ahead of Delhi (UTC+5:30).
Delhi
India
India's sprawling capital territory, layering Mughal monuments, colonial boulevards and a fast-growing modern city across the Yamuna plain.
Top sights: Red Fort, India Gate, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Chandni Chowk
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Malaysia's capital, defined by the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, a multicultural mix of Malay, Chinese and Indian heritage and lush tropical surroundings.
Top sights: Petronas Twin Towers, Batu Caves, Merdeka Square, KL Tower, Bukit Bintang
Frequently asked questions
- How far is Kuala Lumpur from Delhi?
- 3,838 km (2,385 miles) in a straight line.
- How long is the flight from Delhi to Kuala Lumpur?
- About 5h 18m nonstop, at an average 800 km/h cruising speed plus taxi and climb time.
- What direction is Kuala Lumpur from Delhi?
- Kuala Lumpur lies roughly to the southeast of Delhi (initial bearing 133°).
- How far is Delhi from Kuala Lumpur?
- The same 3,838 km (2,385 miles) — great-circle distance does not depend on direction.
- What is the time difference between Delhi and Kuala Lumpur?
- Kuala Lumpur (UTC+8) is 2h 30m ahead of Delhi (UTC+5:30).
- Which airports serve this route?
- Delhi: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
More distances from Delhi
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