The westbound departure from Las Vegas offers more dramatic and immediately visible scenery (Red Rock Canyon and Spring Mountains). While the Kuala Lumpur approach on the left is geographically interesting, the Strait of Malacca and coastal industrial zones are less visually striking than the desert mountain formations near Las Vegas. Right-side seats capture the more memorable scenic highlight of this long transpacific route.
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Flight Path
Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur is 8,854 miles (14,249 km), a flight of about 16 hours 30 minutes.
Over the Pacific Ocean: Hawaii's Big Island (Hawaii) visible if passing south of the islands; Midway Atoll region (far north Pacific); Wake Island area (central Pacific); Mariana Trench region (western Pacific); Philippine Sea; Luzon Strait between Philippines and Taiwan; South China Sea with scattered islands; Malay Peninsula's eastern coastline approaching Malaysia
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LAS
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Spring Mountains and Red Rock Canyon immediately west of Las Vegas during the initial climb-out. The aircraft departs westbound, so right-side passengers get direct views of these dramatic desert formations as the plane gains altitude.
Landing at KUL
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Strait of Malacca and the Malaysian Peninsula's western coastline during the final descent into Kuala Lumpur. The aircraft approaches from the northwest, so left-side passengers see the transition from open water to the densely developed Klang Valley and Kuala Lumpur's urban sprawl.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Mc Carran International (LAS) to Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur. The westbound departure from Las Vegas offers more dramatic and immediately visible scenery (Red Rock Canyon and Spring Mountains). While the Kuala Lumpur approach on the left is geographically interesting, the Strait of Malacca and coastal industrial zones are less visually striking than the desert mountain formations near Las Vegas. Right-side seats capture the more memorable scenic highlight of this long transpacific route.
What can I see during takeoff from Mc Carran International in Las Vegas?
During takeoff from Mc Carran International (LAS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Spring Mountains and Red Rock Canyon immediately west of Las Vegas during the initial climb-out. The aircraft departs westbound, so right-side passengers get direct views of these dramatic desert formations as the plane gains altitude. Notable sights include: Spring Mountains (northwest), Red Rock Canyon (west), Las Vegas Valley floor (southeast), Mojave Desert (southwest).
What can I see when landing at Kuala Lumpur International in Kuala Lumpur?
When landing at Kuala Lumpur International (KUL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Strait of Malacca and the Malaysian Peninsula's western coastline during the final descent into Kuala Lumpur. The aircraft approaches from the northwest, so left-side passengers see the transition from open water to the densely developed Klang Valley and Kuala Lumpur's urban sprawl. Notable sights include: Strait of Malacca (west), Klang Valley (central), Kuala Lumpur city center (east), Selangor coastal plains (southeast).
How long is the flight from Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur?
The flight from Mc Carran International (LAS) to Kuala Lumpur International (KUL) takes about 16 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 8,854 miles (14,249 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Las Vegas to Kuala Lumpur flight path pass over?
Over the Pacific Ocean: Hawaii's Big Island (Hawaii) visible if passing south of the islands; Midway Atoll region (far north Pacific); Wake Island area (central Pacific); Mariana Trench region (western Pacific); Philippine Sea; Luzon Strait between Philippines and Taiwan; South China Sea with scattered islands; Malay Peninsula's eastern coastline approaching Malaysia