Airport Comparison
| KWI | PWK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuwait International Airport | Chicago Executive Airport |
| IATA Code | KWI | PWK |
| ICAO Code | OKKK | KPWK |
| City | Kuwait City | Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling |
| Country | Kuwait | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 647 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.230000, 47.980000 | 42.100000, -87.900000 |
Kuwait City (KWI) to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is 10,886 kilometers (6,764 miles / 5,878 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
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 06:04 in Kuwait City, it's 21:04 in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling. With a 9-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 Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 38° (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 Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.