Airport Comparison
| KWI | POP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuwait International Airport | Gregorio Luperon International Airport |
| IATA Code | KWI | POP |
| ICAO Code | OKKK | MDPP |
| City | Kuwait City | Puerto Plata |
| Country | Kuwait | Dominican Republic |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 15 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.230000, 47.980000 | 19.760000, -70.570000 |
Kuwait City (KWI) to Puerto Plata (POP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic is 11,469 kilometers (7,127 miles / 6,193 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.
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 Dominican Republic. 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 08:25 in Kuwait City, it's 01:25 in Puerto Plata. 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 Puerto Plata (POP) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 52° (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 Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.