Airport Comparison
Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) in Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 576 kilometers (358 miles / 311 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 4°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with Kuwait. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:13 in Prince Sultan Air Base, it's 13:13 in Kuwait City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,445 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Prince Sultan Air Base.
The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) follows a heading of 184° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.