CHL
Challis
United States
11,618 km
7,219 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
11,618 km
7,219 mi / 6,273 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
America/Boise
Heading
16°
north northeast

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CHL KWI
Airport Name Challis Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code CHL KWI
ICAO Code KLLJ OKKK
City Challis Kuwait City
Country United States Kuwait
Timezone America/Boise Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 5,076 ft 206 ft
Coordinates 44.520000, -114.220000 29.230000, 47.980000

Challis (CHL) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 11,618 kilometers (7,219 miles / 6,273 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

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 18:16 in Challis, it's 04:16 in Kuwait City. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,870 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Challis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Challis (CHL) follows a heading of 347° (north 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 Challis Airport (CHL) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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