The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 12,388 kilometers (7,698 miles / 6,689 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Kuwait. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:07 in Albuquerque, it's 07:07 in Kuwait City. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,149 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 338° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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