The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Tabubil Airport (TBG) in Tabubil, Papua New Guinea is 10,609 kilometers (6,592 miles / 5,728 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

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 Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:35 in Kuwait City, it's 01:35 in Tabubil. With a 7-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 1,364 feet between the two airports. Tabubil Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Tabubil (TBG) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 299° (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 Tabubil Airport (TBG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.