BIY
Bisho
South Africa
7,245 km
4,502 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
7,245 km
4,502 mi / 3,912 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
20°
north northeast

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BIY KWI
Airport Name Bisho Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code BIY KWI
ICAO Code FABE OKKK
City Bisho Kuwait City
Country South Africa Kuwait
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 1,950 ft 206 ft
Coordinates -32.900000, 27.280000 29.230000, 47.980000

Bisho (BIY) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bisho Airport (BIY) in Bisho, South Africa to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 7,245 kilometers (4,502 miles / 3,912 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:27 in Bisho, it's 19:27 in Kuwait City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,744 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Bisho Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Bisho (BIY) follows a heading of 199° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bisho Airport (BIY) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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