Airport Comparison
| EDK | KWI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | El Dorado/Capt Jack Thomas Memorial Airport | Kuwait International Airport |
| IATA Code | EDK | KWI |
| ICAO Code | KEQA | OKKK |
| City | El Dorado | Kuwait City |
| Country | United States | Kuwait |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Kuwait |
| Elevation | 1,379 ft | 206 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.770000, -96.820000 | 29.230000, 47.980000 |
El Dorado (EDK) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Dorado/Capt Jack Thomas Memorial Airport (EDK) in El Dorado, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 11,714 kilometers (7,278 miles / 6,325 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 09:01 in El Dorado, it's 18:01 in Kuwait City. With a 9-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 1,173 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than El Dorado/Capt Jack Thomas Memorial Airport.
The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to El Dorado (EDK) follows a heading of 332° (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 El Dorado/Capt Jack Thomas Memorial Airport (EDK) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.