The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) in Santa Fe, United States is 12,312 kilometers (7,651 miles / 6,648 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

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 13:42 in Kuwait City, it's 03:42 in Santa Fe. With a 10-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 6,143 feet between the two airports. Santa Fe Regional Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Santa Fe (SAF) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 24° (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 Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.