KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
4,996 km
3,104 miles
WHS
Whalsay
United Kingdom
Distance
4,996 km
3,104 mi / 2,698 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KWI WHS
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Whalsay Airport
IATA Code KWI WHS
ICAO Code OKKK EGEH
City Kuwait City Whalsay
Country Kuwait United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Europe/London
Elevation 206 ft 100 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 60.380000, -0.930000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Whalsay (WHS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Whalsay Airport (WHS) in Whalsay, United Kingdom is 4,996 kilometers (3,104 miles / 2,698 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:05 in Kuwait City, it's 03:05 in Whalsay. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Whalsay (WHS) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 111° (east southeast). 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 Whalsay Airport (WHS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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