KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
7,285 km
4,527 miles
SBU
Springbok
South Africa
Distance
7,285 km
4,527 mi / 3,934 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
209°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

KWI SBU
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Springbok Airport
IATA Code KWI SBU
ICAO Code OKKK FASB
City Kuwait City Springbok
Country Kuwait South Africa
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 206 ft 2,690 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 -29.690000, 17.940000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Springbok (SBU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Springbok Airport (SBU) in Springbok, South Africa is 7,285 kilometers (4,527 miles / 3,934 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southwest at a heading of 209°.

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 07:04 in Kuwait City, it's 06:04 in Springbok.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,484 feet between the two airports. Springbok Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Springbok (SBU) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 29° (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 Springbok Airport (SBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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