The flight distance from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) in Wilmington, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 10,952 kilometers (6,805 miles / 5,914 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 07:39 in Wilmington, it's 15:39 in Kuwait City. With a 8-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 Wilmington (ILM) follows a heading of 317° (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 Wilmington International Airport (ILM) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.