KHG
Kashgar
China
2,802 km
1,741 miles
KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
Distance
2,802 km
1,741 mi / 1,513 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
255°
west southwest

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KHG KWI
Airport Name Kashgar Airport Kuwait International Airport
IATA Code KHG KWI
ICAO Code ZWSH OKKK
City Kashgar Kuwait City
Country China Kuwait
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kuwait
Elevation 4,529 ft 206 ft
Coordinates 39.540000, 76.020000 29.230000, 47.980000

Kashgar (KHG) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kashgar Airport (KHG) in Kashgar, China to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 2,802 kilometers (1,741 miles / 1,513 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 China with Kuwait. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:40 in Kashgar, it's 22:40 in Kuwait City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,323 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than Kashgar Airport.

The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to Kashgar (KHG) follows a heading of 58° (east 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 Kashgar Airport (KHG) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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