Airport Comparison
| CUU | KWI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport | Kuwait International Airport |
| IATA Code | CUU | KWI |
| ICAO Code | MMCU | OKKK |
| City | Chihuahua | Kuwait City |
| Country | Mexico | Kuwait |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan | Asia/Kuwait |
| Elevation | 4,462 ft | 206 ft |
| Coordinates | 28.700000, -105.970000 | 29.230000, 47.980000 |
Chihuahua (CUU) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (CUU) in Chihuahua, Mexico to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 13,004 kilometers (8,080 miles / 7,022 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.
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 Mexico 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 07:50 in Chihuahua, it's 17:50 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 4,256 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport.
The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Chihuahua (CUU) follows a heading of 334° (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 General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport (CUU) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.