Airport Comparison
Kuwait City (KWI) to Petrolina (PNZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) in Petrolina, Brazil is 10,375 kilometers (6,447 miles / 5,602 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 261°.
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 Brazil. 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 09:42 in Kuwait City, it's 03:42 in Petrolina. With a 6-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 1,057 feet between the two airports. Senador Nilo Coelho Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.
The return flight from Petrolina (PNZ) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 61° (east 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 Senador Nilo Coelho Airport (PNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.