IST
Istanbul
Turkey
2,192 km
1,362 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
2,192 km
1,362 mi / 1,184 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
122°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

IST KWI
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code IST KWI
ICAO Code LTFM OKKK
City Istanbul Kuwait City
Country Turkey Kuwait
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 325 ft 206 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 29.230000, 47.980000

Istanbul (IST) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 2,192 kilometers (1,362 miles / 1,184 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Kuwait. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:50 in Istanbul, it's 08:50 in Kuwait City.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 313° (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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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