KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
4,562 km
2,835 miles
MZW
Mecheria
Algeria
Distance
4,562 km
2,835 mi / 2,463 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
289°
west northwest

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KWI MZW
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Mecheria Airport
IATA Code KWI MZW
ICAO Code OKKK DAAY
City Kuwait City Mecheria
Country Kuwait Algeria
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Africa/Algiers
Elevation 206 ft 3,855 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 33.540000, -0.240000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Mecheria (MZW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Mecheria Airport (MZW) in Mecheria, Algeria is 4,562 kilometers (2,835 miles / 2,463 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 Algeria. 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 02:10 in Kuwait City, it's 00:10 in Mecheria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,649 feet between the two airports. Mecheria Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Mecheria (MZW) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 82° (east). 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 Mecheria Airport (MZW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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