While takeoff offers good views of Kuala Lumpur and the Titiwangsa Range, the landing into London provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Thames estuary, London's sprawling cityscape, and coastal features are visually distinctive. Left seats capture the best of the approach.
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Flight Path
Kuala Lumpur to London is 6,568 miles (10,570 km), a flight of about 13 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Arabian Sea, the Arabian Peninsula (Oman and Saudi Arabia with visible mountain ranges and desert), the Levant region, the Mediterranean Sea, and southern Europe (Alps visible on approach to Europe). Notable landmarks include the Hajar Mountains over Oman, the Red Sea, the Suez Canal region, and the Atlas Mountains in North Africa on the southern route variant. The Mediterranean crossing offers extended views of open water and southern European coastlines.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from KUL
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Klang Valley and Kuala Lumpur's skyline during climb-out, with the Titiwangsa Range visible to the east. The aircraft departs northwestward, so right windows face toward the city and surrounding lowlands.
Landing at LCY
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Thames estuary, London's urban sprawl, and the North Sea coast during descent into City Airport. The aircraft approaches from the southeast, so left windows face toward central London and the river.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Kuala Lumpur International (KUL) to City (LCY)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Kuala Lumpur to London. While takeoff offers good views of Kuala Lumpur and the Titiwangsa Range, the landing into London provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Thames estuary, London's sprawling cityscape, and coastal features are visually distinctive. Left seats capture the best of the approach.
What can I see during takeoff from Kuala Lumpur International in Kuala Lumpur?
During takeoff from Kuala Lumpur International (KUL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Klang Valley and Kuala Lumpur's skyline during climb-out, with the Titiwangsa Range visible to the east. The aircraft departs northwestward, so right windows face toward the city and surrounding lowlands. Notable sights include: Kuala Lumpur city center and Petronas Towers, Klang Valley urban sprawl, Titiwangsa Mountain Range (eastern horizon), Strait of Malacca (distant northwest).
What can I see when landing at City in London?
When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Thames estuary, London's urban sprawl, and the North Sea coast during descent into City Airport. The aircraft approaches from the southeast, so left windows face toward central London and the river. Notable sights include: River Thames and its meanders through London, Greater London urban area, North Sea coast (distant northeast), Essex marshlands and farmland (south and east).
How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to London?
The flight from Kuala Lumpur International (KUL) to City (LCY) takes about 13 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 6,568 miles (10,570 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Kuala Lumpur to London flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Arabian Sea, the Arabian Peninsula (Oman and Saudi Arabia with visible mountain ranges and desert), the Levant region, the Mediterranean Sea, and southern Europe (Alps visible on approach to Europe). Notable landmarks include the Hajar Mountains over Oman, the Red Sea, the Suez Canal region, and the Atlas Mountains in North Africa on the southern route variant. The Mediterranean crossing offers extended views of open water and southern European coastlines.