The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Rand Airport (QRA) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 6,520 kilometers (4,052 miles / 3,521 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Kuwait with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:30 in Kuwait City, it's 06:30 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,277 feet between the two airports. Rand Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (QRA) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 20° (north 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 Rand Airport (QRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.