Airport Comparison
| FRN | KWI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bryant Army Air Field | Kuwait International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRN | KWI |
| ICAO Code | PAFR | OKKK |
| City | Fort Richardson (Anchorage) | Kuwait City |
| Country | United States | Kuwait |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Asia/Kuwait |
| Elevation | 387 ft | 206 ft |
| Coordinates | 61.270000, -149.650000 | 29.230000, 47.980000 |
Fort Richardson (Anchorage) (FRN) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bryant Army Air Field (FRN) in Fort Richardson (Anchorage), United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 9,826 kilometers (6,106 miles / 5,306 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.
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 03:16 in Fort Richardson (Anchorage), it's 15:16 in Kuwait City. With a 12-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 Richardson (Anchorage) (FRN) follows a heading of 8° (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 Bryant Army Air Field (FRN) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.