Airport Comparison
| KWI | LSF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuwait International Airport | Lawson Army Air Field (Fort Moore) Airport |
| IATA Code | KWI | LSF |
| ICAO Code | OKKK | KLSF |
| City | Kuwait City | Fort Moore (Columbus) |
| Country | Kuwait | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 227 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.230000, 47.980000 | 32.300000, -85.000000 |
Kuwait City (KWI) to Fort Moore (Columbus) (LSF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Lawson Army Air Field (Fort Moore) Airport (LSF) in Fort Moore (Columbus), United States is 11,564 kilometers (7,186 miles / 6,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 07:23 in Kuwait City, it's 23:23 in Fort Moore (Columbus). 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 Fort Moore (Columbus) (LSF) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 41° (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 Lawson Army Air Field (Fort Moore) Airport (LSF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.