KCA
Kuqa
China
3,431 km
2,132 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
3,431 km
2,132 mi / 1,853 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
257°
west southwest

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KCA KWI
Airport Name Kuqa Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code KCA KWI
ICAO Code ZWKC OKKK
City Kuqa Kuwait City
Country China Kuwait
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 3,524 ft 206 ft
Coordinates 41.720000, 82.990000 29.230000, 47.980000

Kuqa (KCA) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuqa Airport (KCA) in Kuqa, China to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 3,431 kilometers (2,132 miles / 1,853 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting China with Kuwait. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:24 in Kuqa, it's 20:24 in Kuwait City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,318 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Kuqa Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Kuqa (KCA) follows a heading of 57° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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