BXH
Balkhash
Kazakhstan
3,047 km
1,893 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
3,047 km
1,893 mi / 1,645 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Qyzylorda
Heading
239°
west southwest

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BXH KWI
Airport Name Balkhash Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code BXH KWI
ICAO Code UAAH OKKK
City Balkhash Kuwait City
Country Kazakhstan Kuwait
Timezone Asia/Qyzylorda Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 1,446 ft 206 ft
Coordinates 46.890000, 75.000000 29.230000, 47.980000

Balkhash (BXH) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balkhash Airport (BXH) in Balkhash, Kazakhstan to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 3,047 kilometers (1,893 miles / 1,645 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 Kazakhstan with Kuwait. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:07 in Balkhash, it's 14:07 in Kuwait City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,240 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Balkhash Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Balkhash (BXH) follows a heading of 42° (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 Balkhash Airport (BXH) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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