Airport Comparison
| KWI | POM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuwait International Airport | Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport |
| IATA Code | KWI | POM |
| ICAO Code | OKKK | AYPY |
| City | Kuwait City | Port Moresby |
| Country | Kuwait | Papua New Guinea |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 146 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.230000, 47.980000 | -9.440000, 147.220000 |
Kuwait City (KWI) to Port Moresby (POM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM) in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea is 11,410 kilometers (7,090 miles / 6,161 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 94°.
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 Papua New Guinea. 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 01:11 in Kuwait City, it's 08:11 in Port Moresby. With a 7-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 Port Moresby (POM) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 298° (west 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 Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (POM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.