CDL
Candle
United States
9,132 km
5,674 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
9,132 km
5,674 mi / 4,931 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+12h
America/Anchorage
Heading
334°
north northwest

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CDL KWI
Airport Name Candle 2 Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code CDL KWI
ICAO Code AK75 OKKK
City Candle Kuwait City
Country United States Kuwait
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 15 ft 206 ft
Coordinates 65.910000, -161.930000 29.230000, 47.980000

Candle (CDL) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Candle 2 Airport (CDL) in Candle, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 9,132 kilometers (5,674 miles / 4,931 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 05:13 in Candle, it's 17:13 in Kuwait City. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Candle (CDL) follows a heading of 12° (north 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 Candle 2 Airport (CDL) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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