GIY
Giyani
South Africa
6,126 km
3,807 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
6,126 km
3,807 mi / 3,308 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
18°
north northeast

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GIY KWI
Airport Name Giyani Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code GIY KWI
ICAO Code FAGI OKKK
City Giyani Kuwait City
Country South Africa Kuwait
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 1,584 ft 206 ft
Coordinates -23.280000, 30.650000 29.230000, 47.980000

Giyani (GIY) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Giyani Airport (GIY) in Giyani, South Africa to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 6,126 kilometers (3,807 miles / 3,308 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 03:33 in Giyani, it's 04:33 in Kuwait City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,378 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Giyani Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Giyani (GIY) follows a heading of 199° (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 Giyani Airport (GIY) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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