Airport Comparison
Frieda River (FAQ) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frieda River Airport (FAQ) in Frieda River, Papua New Guinea to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 10,643 kilometers (6,613 miles / 5,747 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 05:46 in Frieda River, it's 22:46 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.
The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Frieda River (FAQ) follows a heading of 92° (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 Frieda River Airport (FAQ) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.