Airport Comparison
| DLS | KWI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Columbia Gorge Regional/The Dalles Municipal Airport | Kuwait International Airport |
| IATA Code | DLS | KWI |
| ICAO Code | KDLS | OKKK |
| City | The Dalles | Kuwait City |
| Country | United States | Kuwait |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Kuwait |
| Elevation | 247 ft | 206 ft |
| Coordinates | 45.620000, -121.170000 | 29.230000, 47.980000 |
The Dalles (DLS) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Columbia Gorge Regional/The Dalles Municipal Airport (DLS) in The Dalles, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 11,620 kilometers (7,220 miles / 6,274 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 10°.
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 11:45 in The Dalles, it's 22:45 in Kuwait City. With a 11-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 The Dalles (DLS) follows a heading of 352° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Columbia Gorge Regional/The Dalles Municipal Airport (DLS) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.