Airport Comparison
| KWI | NRS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuwait International Airport | Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | KWI | NRS |
| ICAO Code | OKKK | KNRS |
| City | Kuwait City | Imperial Beach |
| Country | Kuwait | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 23 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.230000, 47.980000 | 32.570000, -117.110000 |
Kuwait City (KWI) to Imperial Beach (NRS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport (NRS) in Imperial Beach, United States is 12,966 kilometers (8,056 miles / 7,001 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:31 in Kuwait City, it's 10:31 in Imperial Beach. With a 11-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 Imperial Beach (NRS) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 15° (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 Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport (NRS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.