Airport Comparison
King Khaled Air Base (KMX) to Kuwait City (KWI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Khaled Air Base (KMX) in King Khaled Air Base, Saudi Arabia to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait is 1,324 kilometers (823 miles / 715 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with Kuwait. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:45 in King Khaled Air Base, it's 19:45 in Kuwait City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,572 feet between the two airports. Kuwait International Airport sits lower than King Khaled Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kuwait City (KWI) to King Khaled Air Base (KMX) follows a heading of 205° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the King Khaled Air Base (KMX) and Kuwait International Airport (KWI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.