KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
4,262 km
2,648 miles
RLT
Arlit
Niger
Distance
4,262 km
2,648 mi / 2,301 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
264°
west

Airport Comparison

KWI RLT
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Arlit Airport
IATA Code KWI RLT
ICAO Code OKKK DRZL
City Kuwait City Arlit
Country Kuwait Niger
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Africa/Niamey
Elevation 206 ft 1,443 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 18.790000, 7.370000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Arlit (RLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Arlit Airport (RLT) in Arlit, Niger is 4,262 kilometers (2,648 miles / 2,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

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 Niger. 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 08:26 in Kuwait City, it's 06:26 in Arlit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,237 feet between the two airports. Arlit Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Arlit (RLT) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 66° (east 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 Arlit Airport (RLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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