The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States is 10,937 kilometers (6,796 miles / 5,906 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 20:50 in Kuwait City, it's 11:50 in Chicago/Rockford. With a 9-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 Chicago/Rockford (RFD) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 37° (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 Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.