AYS
Waycross
United States
11,486 km
7,137 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
11,486 km
7,137 mi / 6,202 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
43°
northeast

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AYS KWI
Airport Name Waycross-Ware County Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code AYS KWI
ICAO Code KAYS OKKK
City Waycross Kuwait City
Country United States Kuwait
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 141 ft 206 ft
Coordinates 31.250000, -82.400000 29.230000, 47.980000

Waycross (AYS) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Waycross-Ware County Airport (AYS) in Waycross, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 11,486 kilometers (7,137 miles / 6,202 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 United States with Kuwait. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:00 in Waycross, it's 19:00 in Kuwait City. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Waycross (AYS) follows a heading of 318° (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 Waycross-Ware County Airport (AYS) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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