The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Jose Celestino Mutis Airport (MQU) in Mariquita, Colombia is 12,820 kilometers (7,966 miles / 6,922 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

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 Colombia. 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 18:13 in Kuwait City, it's 10:13 in Mariquita. With a 8-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 1,325 feet between the two airports. Jose Celestino Mutis Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Mariquita (MQU) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 54° (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 Jose Celestino Mutis Airport (MQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.