Airport Comparison
| KWI | RHV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuwait International Airport | Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport |
| IATA Code | KWI | RHV |
| ICAO Code | OKKK | KRHV |
| City | Kuwait City | San Jose |
| Country | Kuwait | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.230000, 47.980000 | 37.330000, -121.820000 |
Kuwait City (KWI) to San Jose (RHV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV) in San Jose, United States is 12,538 kilometers (7,791 miles / 6,770 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 351°.
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 16:26 in Kuwait City, it's 05:26 in San Jose. With a 11-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 San Jose (RHV) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 10° (north). 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 Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.