Airport Comparison
| KWI | LUQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuwait International Airport | Brigadier Mayor D Cesar Raul Ojeda Airport |
| IATA Code | KWI | LUQ |
| ICAO Code | OKKK | SAOU |
| City | Kuwait City | San Luis |
| Country | Kuwait | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait | America/Argentina/San_Luis |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 2,328 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.230000, 47.980000 | -33.270000, -66.360000 |
Kuwait City (KWI) to San Luis (LUQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Brigadier Mayor D Cesar Raul Ojeda Airport (LUQ) in San Luis, Argentina is 13,861 kilometers (8,613 miles / 7,484 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.
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 Kuwait with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:15 in Kuwait City, it's 08:15 in San Luis. With a 6-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 2,122 feet between the two airports. Brigadier Mayor D Cesar Raul Ojeda Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.
The return flight from San Luis (LUQ) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 75° (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 Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and Brigadier Mayor D Cesar Raul Ojeda Airport (LUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.