GLV
Golovin
United States
9,245 km
5,744 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
9,245 km
5,744 mi / 4,992 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+12h
America/Anchorage
Heading
333°
north northwest

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GLV KWI
Airport Name Golovin Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code GLV KWI
ICAO Code PAGL OKKK
City Golovin Kuwait City
Country United States Kuwait
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 65 ft 206 ft
Coordinates 64.550000, -163.010000 29.230000, 47.980000

Golovin (GLV) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Golovin Airport (GLV) in Golovin, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 9,245 kilometers (5,744 miles / 4,992 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 08:23 in Golovin, it's 20:23 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 Golovin (GLV) follows a heading of 13° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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