The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Mataiva Airport (MVT) in Mataiva Airport, French Polynesia is 17,673 kilometers (10,981 miles / 9,543 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:09 in Kuwait City, it's 14:09 in Mataiva Airport. With a 13-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 Mataiva Airport (MVT) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 316° (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 Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and Mataiva Airport (MVT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.