DUR
Durban
South Africa
6,783 km
4,215 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
6,783 km
4,215 mi / 3,662 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
17°
north northeast

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DUR KWI
Airport Name King Shaka International Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code DUR KWI
ICAO Code FALE OKKK
City Durban Kuwait City
Country South Africa Kuwait
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 295 ft 206 ft
Coordinates -29.610000, 31.120000 29.230000, 47.980000

Durban (DUR) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban, South Africa to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 6,783 kilometers (4,215 miles / 3,662 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 20:44 in Durban, it's 21:44 in Kuwait City.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Durban (DUR) follows a heading of 197° (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 King Shaka International Airport (DUR) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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