The flight distance from Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) in Gainesville, United States to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 11,328 kilometers (7,039 miles / 6,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 09:07 in Gainesville, it's 17:07 in Kuwait City. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,071 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Gainesville (GVL) follows a heading of 321° (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 Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.