KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
5,685 km
3,532 miles
XIY
Xianyang
China
Distance
5,685 km
3,532 mi / 3,070 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
68°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

KWI XIY
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
IATA Code KWI XIY
ICAO Code OKKK ZLXY
City Kuwait City Xianyang
Country Kuwait China
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 206 ft 1,572 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 34.450000, 108.750000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Xianyang (XIY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) in Xianyang, China is 5,685 kilometers (3,532 miles / 3,070 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:13 in Kuwait City, it's 11:13 in Xianyang. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,366 feet between the two airports. Xi'an Xianyang International Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Xianyang (XIY) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 282° (west northwest). 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 Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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