KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
6,570 km
4,083 miles
MBD
Mafeking
South Africa
Distance
6,570 km
4,083 mi / 3,548 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
204°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

KWI MBD
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Mmabatho International Airport
IATA Code KWI MBD
ICAO Code OKKK FAMM
City Kuwait City Mafeking
Country Kuwait South Africa
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 206 ft 4,181 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 -25.800000, 25.550000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Mafeking (MBD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) in Mafeking, South Africa is 6,570 kilometers (4,083 miles / 3,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Kuwait with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:25 in Kuwait City, it's 20:25 in Mafeking.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,975 feet between the two airports. Mmabatho International Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Mafeking (MBD) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 23° (north 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 Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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