Airport Comparison
| GPZ | KWI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field | Kuwait International Airport |
| IATA Code | GPZ | KWI |
| ICAO Code | KGPZ | OKKK |
| City | Grand Rapids | Kuwait City |
| Country | United States | Kuwait |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Kuwait |
| Elevation | 1,356 ft | 206 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.210000, -93.510000 | 29.230000, 47.980000 |
Grand Rapids (GPZ) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) in Grand Rapids, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 10,681 kilometers (6,637 miles / 5,767 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.
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 05:45 in Grand Rapids, it's 14:45 in Kuwait City. With a 9-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 1,150 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field.
The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Grand Rapids (GPZ) follows a heading of 335° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.