Airport Comparison
| AZS | KWI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Samana El Catey International Airport | Kuwait International Airport |
| IATA Code | AZS | KWI |
| ICAO Code | MDCY | OKKK |
| City | Samana | Kuwait City |
| Country | Dominican Republic | Kuwait |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | Asia/Kuwait |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 206 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.270000, -69.740000 | 29.230000, 47.980000 |
Samana (AZS) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) in Samana, Dominican Republic to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 11,434 kilometers (7,105 miles / 6,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 Dominican Republic 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 08:19 in Samana, it's 15:19 in Kuwait City. With a 7-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 Samana (AZS) follows a heading of 301° (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 Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.