Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Kuwait.
Each week, there are 166 Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, select the 00:55 Kuwait Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:00 with Emirates.
To ensure you catch your KWI to DXB flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport. When you're ready to start your Dubai holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of United Arab Emirates:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
Kuwait Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates KWI to DXB flights. A reliable 86.72% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KWI and DXB:
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is $101. A round-trip ticket is currently $204. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from KWI to DXB by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KWI to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that take off from KWI reach their destination on time.
Central Kuwait to Kuwait International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near KWI? If you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the most popular month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Dubai in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KWI to DXB sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.