Airport Comparison
| KWI | UPN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuwait International Airport | Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport |
| IATA Code | KWI | UPN |
| ICAO Code | OKKK | MMPN |
| City | Kuwait City | N/A |
| Country | Kuwait | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 5,258 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.230000, 47.980000 | 19.400000, -102.040000 |
Kuwait City (KWI) to Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) in Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport, Mexico is 13,724 kilometers (8,528 miles / 7,410 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 Mexico. 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 02:06 in Kuwait City, it's 17:06 in Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,052 feet between the two airports. Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon 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 Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 31° (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 Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.