The flight distance from San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 13,295 kilometers (8,261 miles / 7,179 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 Costa Rica 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 07:01 in Perez Zeledon, it's 16:01 in Kuwait City. With a 9-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 1,894 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than San Isidro del General Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Perez Zeledon (IPZ) follows a heading of 302° (west 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 San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.