KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
4,630 km
2,877 miles
ZAR
Zaria
Nigeria
Distance
4,630 km
2,877 mi / 2,500 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
253°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

KWI ZAR
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Zaria Airport
IATA Code KWI ZAR
ICAO Code OKKK DNZA
City Kuwait City Zaria
Country Kuwait Nigeria
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Africa/Lagos
Elevation 206 ft 2,170 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 11.130000, 7.690000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Zaria (ZAR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Zaria Airport (ZAR) in Zaria, Nigeria is 4,630 kilometers (2,877 miles / 2,500 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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 Nigeria. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:25 in Kuwait City, it's 04:25 in Zaria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,964 feet between the two airports. Zaria Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Zaria (ZAR) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 58° (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 Zaria Airport (ZAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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