The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Victor Lafon Airport (SSD) in San Felipe, Chile is 14,239 kilometers (8,848 miles / 7,688 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.

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 Chile. 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 20:08 in Kuwait City, it's 14:08 in San Felipe. 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 1,982 feet between the two airports. Victor Lafon Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from San Felipe (SSD) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 76° (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 Victor Lafon Airport (SSD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.