Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
The timezone in Kuwait is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Abu Dhabi.
You can choose from 273 weekly Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport flights. The 02:05 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest flight available. Etihad Airways operates the latest service of the day at 21:00.
Your AUH to KWI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
With direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Kuwait (and then other parts of Kuwait) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Hi Fly Malta.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier offering AUH to KWI flights. A dependable 87.73% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between AUH and KWI include:
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
At the moment, $50 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $70. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from AUH to KWI by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from AUH to KWI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Of all flights departing from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% touch down on time at their destination.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to AUH? If you're boarding an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KWI if you have a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Kuwait International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Budget or Hertz and chase adventure across Kuwait and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Kuwait International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Kuwait. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kuwait. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Kuwait International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Kuwait during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 32ºC (90ºF) and 46ºC (115ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUH to KWI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Kuwait
You've seen Kuwait, now it's time to explore other parts of Kuwait. Travel around 32 kilometres south to Al Aḩmadī to tick off its must-visit sights. From Kuwait Oil Company Unity Centre to KOC Maintenance Offices and Ahmadi Oasis KOC, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 13 kilometres south-east of Kuwait, Salwa is another favourite stop in Kuwait. Experience major highlights starting with Anjafa Beach West Side, Al Hashemi Marine Museum and Salwa garden block 11.