The flight distance from Palonegro Airport (BGA) in Bucaramanga, Colombia to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 12,542 kilometers (7,793 miles / 6,772 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 Colombia with Kuwait. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:38 in Bucaramanga, it's 03:38 in Kuwait City. With a 8-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 3,691 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Palonegro Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Bucaramanga (BGA) follows a heading of 293° (west 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 Palonegro Airport (BGA) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.