Distance from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei
🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia → 🇹🇼 Taipei, Taiwan
The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Taipei is 3,233 kilometres (2,009 miles) measured as a great-circle (straight) line. Flying out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), the initial heading is roughly northeast (39°), and a typical nonstop flight takes around 4h 32m. 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
Taipei
Taiwan
Taiwan's capital, a friendly, food-loving city ringed by green mountains and hot springs, anchored by the landmark Taipei 101 tower.
Top sights: Taipei 101, National Palace Museum, Shilin Night Market, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial, Beitou hot springs
Frequently asked questions
- How far is Taipei from Kuala Lumpur?
- 3,233 km (2,009 miles) in a straight line.
- How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei?
- About 4h 32m nonstop, at an average 800 km/h cruising speed plus taxi and climb time.
- What direction is Taipei from Kuala Lumpur?
- Taipei lies roughly to the northeast of Kuala Lumpur (initial bearing 39°).
- Which airports serve this route?
- Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Taipei: Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
More distances from Kuala Lumpur
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