KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
4,334 km
2,693 miles
SHL
Shillong
India
Distance
4,334 km
2,693 mi / 2,340 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
84°
east

Airport Comparison

KWI SHL
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Shillong Airport
IATA Code KWI SHL
ICAO Code OKKK VEBI
City Kuwait City Shillong
Country Kuwait India
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 206 ft 2,910 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 25.700000, 91.980000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Shillong (SHL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Shillong Airport (SHL) in Shillong, India is 4,334 kilometers (2,693 miles / 2,340 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 84°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Kuwait with India. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:48 in Kuwait City, it's 00:18 in Shillong.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,704 feet between the two airports. Shillong Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Shillong (SHL) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 285° (west northwest). 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 Shillong Airport (SHL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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