The flight distance from Derim Airport (DER) in Derim, Papua New Guinea to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 11,225 kilometers (6,975 miles / 6,061 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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 Papua New Guinea with Kuwait. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:41 in Derim, it's 04:41 in Kuwait City. With a 7-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 4,644 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Derim Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Derim (DER) follows a heading of 91° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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