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How far is Richmond from Kuala Lumpur?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur (Kuala Lumpur International Airport) and Richmond (Richmond Airport) is 3236 miles / 5208 kilometers / 2812 nautical miles.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport – Richmond Airport

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Distance from Kuala Lumpur to Richmond

There are several ways to calculate the distance from Kuala Lumpur to Richmond. Here are two standard methods:

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 3235.967 miles
  • 5207.784 kilometers
  • 2811.979 nautical miles

Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.

Haversine formula
  • 3237.164 miles
  • 5209.711 kilometers
  • 2813.019 nautical miles

The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).

How long does it take to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Richmond?

The estimated flight time from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Richmond Airport is 6 hours and 37 minutes.

Flight carbon footprint between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Richmond Airport (RCM)

On average, flying from Kuala Lumpur to Richmond generates about 363 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 363 kilograms equals 799 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.

Map of flight path from Kuala Lumpur to Richmond

See the map of the shortest flight path between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Richmond Airport (RCM).

Airport information

Origin Kuala Lumpur International Airport
City: Kuala Lumpur
Country: Malaysia Flag of Malaysia
IATA Code: KUL
ICAO Code: WMKK
Coordinates: 2°44′44″N, 101°42′35″E
Destination Richmond Airport
City: Richmond
Country: Australia Flag of Australia
IATA Code: RCM
ICAO Code: YRMD
Coordinates: 20°42′6″S, 143°6′54″E