Distance from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok
🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia → 🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok is 1,188 kilometres (738 miles) measured as a great-circle (straight) line. Flying out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), the initial heading is roughly north (354°), and a typical nonstop flight takes around 1h 59m. Actual flight paths and times vary with routing, winds and air-traffic constraints.
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
Bangkok
Thailand
Thailand's vibrant capital, famous for ornate temples, floating markets, street food and buzzing nightlife along the Chao Phraya River.
Top sights: Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Wat Pho, Chatuchak Market, Khao San Road, floating markets
Frequently asked questions
- How far is Bangkok from Kuala Lumpur?
- 1,188 km (738 miles) in a straight line.
- How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok?
- About 1h 59m nonstop, at an average 800 km/h cruising speed plus taxi and climb time.
- What direction is Bangkok from Kuala Lumpur?
- Bangkok lies roughly to the north of Kuala Lumpur (initial bearing 354°).
- Which airports serve this route?
- Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Bangkok: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
More distances from Kuala Lumpur
See the country profiles for Malaysia and Thailand, or open the Asia distance calculator.