The flight distance from Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) in Sault Ste Marie, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 10,355 kilometers (6,434 miles / 5,591 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 14:40 in Sault Ste Marie, it's 22:40 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 Sault Ste Marie (CIU) follows a heading of 329° (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 Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.