Cheap flights to Kuwait from $362

Few airlines fly to Kuwait from the United States. The fastest nonstop flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Kuwait International Airport in Farwaniya, takes around 11h 10m. The shortest one-stop flight time from Los Angeles International Airport to Kuwait International Airport is roughly 18h 25m. Kuwait International is an international airport located 15.5 kilometers (9.6 mi) south of Kuwait City. It is the hub for Kuwait Airways and Jazeera Airways.

The only airline that flies nonstop from the US to Kuwait is Kuwait Airways. John F. Kennedy International Airport is the only destination in the US for Kuwait Airways. The other major airlines that fly from the States to Kuwait are Emirates and Qatar Airways, but they have stopovers. You can book a flight from Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Newark, Orlando, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington.

Undoubtedly the most convenient way of traveling around Kuwait City is by taxi. Some taxis have fare meters, but they are rarely utilized. Because of this, it is always best to agree on a price before driving off. Radio taxis are most commonly connected with hotels and typically charge steeper prices, although you do get a higher level of security. A much cheaper option are the orange street taxis. They are just about everywhere and easy to hail. The drivers will try to increase your fare so be prepared to stick to your negotiated price. They often try to blame traffic or miscommunication on your part, so stand your ground.

While in Kuwait City, explore the historic Grand Mosque and Seif Palace. The Kuwait Towers have a restaurant and viewing platform. Jump on a ferry and visit Failaka, one of Kuwait’s islands. A visit to Kuwait is not complete without a trip to the desert. Get up close and personal with camel herds. Drink camel milk and pet the baby camels. You may even get invited to take a ride. If you enjoy the arts, visit the House of Mirrors, built by Italian artist Lidia and her late Kuwaiti husband. The entire home is covered in mirrors and you can even get a personal tour from Lidia herself. The tour includes tea and homemade cookies.

In order to enter Kuwait, travelers are required to have a valid passport with a minimum of six months remaining before expiration. Along with that, there are more requirements that are specific to each different kind of visa. Any travelers from one of the 6 GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, the UAE, and Qatar) are allowed to enter without a visa. Any other nationality is required to have a visa.

Kuwait’s summers have high humidity with temperatures reaching higher than 100 degrees. The weather cools to around 70 F in the winter. Intense rainfall and heavy winds occur from December through February.

Avoid the rainy season by reserving flights to Kuwait before or after the winter months. Due to political unrest in Kuwait and surrounding Gulf countries, U.S. tourists looking to book Kuwait flights and travel should check with the U.S. Department of State before traveling. Peak Season: Summer and spring seem to simultaneously be the most hated and loved seasons to travel to Kuwait. While summer temperatures can reach 122 degrees F, the humidity dies down in August. Spring rakes in sandstorms one after another, but this doesn’t deter tourists booking flights to Kuwait for the Hala festival, a cultural and entertainment extravaganza. Love it or hate it, spring and summer are the best times to book flights to Kuwait. Off-peak Season: While rainfall drives less people to visit between December and February, it’s the perfect time to find affordable accommodations and cheap flights to Kuwait. Similarly, Ramadan draws fewer crowds because of closed shops and restaurants, but also allows a bit for solace on your trip.

Use the public transportation system to get from the airport to your Kuwait destination once your flight to Kuwait lands. Bus service is an inexpensive option, and spans throughout most of the country on multiple routes. If you decide to take a taxi, you’ll need to negotiate a price with your driver as soon as you enter the cab. Most cab services in Kuwait don’t run on meter systems. Renting a car requires an international driver’s license, or a driving permit from another Gulf country, but either way, you’ll need to purchase car insurance, which can be done at the rental agency.

Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kuwait on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SAUDIA is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kuwait.

Kuwait City Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kuwait. One-way flights to Kuwait City Airport typically cost $25, while round-trip flights cost around $29.

A round-trip flight to Kuwait will typically cost around $113, however they can be found for as little as $29.

For those looking to save time traveling to Kuwait, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (12 hours 15 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Kuwait City Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Kuwait City Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Safir Airport Hotel is the closest property to Kuwait City Airport (1.0 mi away from Kuwait City Airport).