How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 5,592 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi

5,592

Kilometres (km)

3,475

Miles (mi)

3,019

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi is approximately 5,592 km. The typical flight time is 7h 20m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Kuala Lumpur

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (SZB)46 km
Malacca Airport (MKZ)81 km

Near Abu Dhabi

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)73 km
Al Ain International Airport (AAN)99 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Kuala Lumpur to Abu Dhabi is approximately 5,592 km (3,475 miles).