The flight distance from Gisborne Airport (GIS) in Gisborne, New Zealand to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 15,344 kilometers (9,534 miles / 8,285 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west at a heading of 273°.

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 New Zealand with Kuwait. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:44 in Gisborne, it's 22:44 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.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Gisborne (GIS) follows a heading of 117° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Gisborne Airport (GIS) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.