The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Lake Placid Airport (LKP) in Lake Placid, United States is 9,943 kilometers (6,178 miles / 5,369 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 Kuwait with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:06 in Kuwait City, it's 21:06 in Lake Placid. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,541 feet between the two airports. Lake Placid Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Lake Placid (LKP) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 48° (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 Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and Lake Placid Airport (LKP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.