Airport Comparison
| KWI | PUJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kuwait International Airport | Punta Cana International Airport |
| IATA Code | KWI | PUJ |
| ICAO Code | OKKK | MDPC |
| City | Kuwait City | Punta Cana |
| Country | Kuwait | Dominican Republic |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 47 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.230000, 47.980000 | 18.570000, -68.360000 |
Kuwait City (KWI) to Punta Cana (PUJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic is 11,365 kilometers (7,062 miles / 6,137 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.
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 Dominican Republic. 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 18:39 in Kuwait City, it's 11:39 in Punta Cana. With a 7-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 Punta Cana (PUJ) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 53° (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 Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.