How far is Tokyo from Kuala Lumpur?

The straight-line distance from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo is 5,318 km (3,304 miles).

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo?

A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo takes about 7h 9m, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus taxi and climb time.

How far is Kuala Lumpur from Tokyo?

The distance is the same in both directions: 5,318 km (3,304 miles) from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur.

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Distance from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo

🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia → 🇯🇵 Tokyo, Japan

5,318 km

Straight-line distance

3,304 mi

In miles

7h 9m

Est. flight time

Northeast

Initial bearing 42°

Time difference

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Tokyo is 5,318 kilometres (3,304 miles) measured as a great-circle (straight) line. Flying out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), the initial heading is roughly northeast (42°), and a typical nonstop flight takes around 7h 9m. Actual flight paths and times vary with routing, winds and air-traffic constraints.

Travelling the other way, from Tokyo to Kuala Lumpur, covers the same 5,318 km; the return flight leaves on an initial heading of roughly southwest (236°). Tokyo (UTC+9) is 1h ahead of Kuala Lumpur (UTC+8).

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Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

Population (metro)8.4 million

Main airportKUL

RegionSoutheast Asia

Time zoneUTC+8

CurrencyMalaysian Ringgit (MYR)

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

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Tokyo

Japan

Population (metro)37.4 million

Main airportHND

RegionEast Asia

Time zoneUTC+9

CurrencyJapanese Yen (JPY)

Japan's capital and the world's largest metropolitan area, Tokyo blends ultramodern skyscrapers with historic temples. A global hub for finance, technology, fashion and cuisine.

Top sights: Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo Skytree, Shibuya Crossing, Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace, Tsukiji Outer Market

Frequently asked questions

How far is Tokyo from Kuala Lumpur?: 5,318 km (3,304 miles) in a straight line.
How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo?: About 7h 9m nonstop, at an average 800 km/h cruising speed plus taxi and climb time.
What direction is Tokyo from Kuala Lumpur?: Tokyo lies roughly to the northeast of Kuala Lumpur (initial bearing 42°).
How far is Kuala Lumpur from Tokyo?: The same 5,318 km (3,304 miles) — great-circle distance does not depend on direction.
What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur and Tokyo?: Tokyo (UTC+9) is 1h ahead of Kuala Lumpur (UTC+8).
Which airports serve this route?: Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND).

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