The flight distance from Columbia Airport (COA) in Columbia, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 12,439 kilometers (7,729 miles / 6,717 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 11°.

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 09:42 in Columbia, it's 20:42 in Kuwait City. With a 11-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 1,915 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Columbia Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Columbia (COA) follows a heading of 350° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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