Airport Comparison
| FRI | KWI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Marshall Army Air Field | Kuwait International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRI | KWI |
| ICAO Code | KFRI | OKKK |
| City | Fort Riley (Junction City) | Kuwait City |
| Country | United States | Kuwait |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Kuwait |
| Elevation | 1,066 ft | 206 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.100000, -96.800000 | 29.230000, 47.980000 |
Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) in Fort Riley (Junction City), United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 11,586 kilometers (7,199 miles / 6,256 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 02:59 in Fort Riley (Junction City), it's 11:59 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.
The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) follows a heading of 333° (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 Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.