The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosi, Mexico is 13,393 kilometers (8,322 miles / 7,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Mexico. 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 23:28 in Kuwait City, it's 14:28 in San Luis Potosi. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,829 feet between the two airports. Ponciano Arriaga International 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 San Luis Potosi (SLP) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 32° (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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.