AAT
Altay
China
3,990 km
2,479 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
3,990 km
2,479 mi / 2,154 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
254°
west southwest

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AAT KWI
Airport Name Altay Air Base Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code AAT KWI
ICAO Code ZWAT OKKK
City Altay Kuwait City
Country China Kuwait
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 2,460 ft 206 ft
Coordinates 47.750000, 88.090000 29.230000, 47.980000

Altay (AAT) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Altay Air Base (AAT) in Altay, China to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 3,990 kilometers (2,479 miles / 2,154 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting China with Kuwait. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:04 in Altay, it's 22:04 in Kuwait City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,254 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Altay Air Base.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Altay (AAT) follows a heading of 48° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Altay Air Base (AAT) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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