The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Napuka Island Airport (NAU) in Napuka Island, French Polynesia is 18,090 kilometers (11,241 miles / 9,768 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:46 in Kuwait City, it's 10:46 in Napuka Island. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Napuka Island (NAU) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 332° (north northwest). 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 Napuka Island Airport (NAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.