The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Martin Miguel De Guemes International Airport (SLA) in Salta, Argentina is 13,496 kilometers (8,386 miles / 7,287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

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 Argentina. 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 23:30 in Kuwait City, it's 17:30 in Salta. 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 3,882 feet between the two airports. Martin Miguel De Guemes International Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Salta (SLA) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 70° (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 Martin Miguel De Guemes International Airport (SLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.