Flying from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Kuwait is one hour 30 minutes behind Mashhad and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Each week, there are 18 Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, take the 11:15 Jazeera Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 18:10 with Kuwait Airways.
Leave enough time to catch your MHD to KWI flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport, so jetting off to Kuwait (and then discovering more of Kuwait!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Iran Air on this route.
Kuwait Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates MHD to KWI flights, with 69.57% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MHD and KWI:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight is $420. A return ticket is currently $520. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from MHD to KWI by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MHD to KWI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
Handy information about Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
When it comes to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.54% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Mashhad. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport, take a look at Ghasr Talaee International Hotel. It's a short drive from MHD.
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KWI instead:
Follow your own route with a Kuwait International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Budget or Hertz and discover more of Kuwait and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Kuwait International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
From Kuwait International Airport, Kuwait is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kuwait. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Kuwait International Airport for July if you want to explore Kuwait during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 32ºC (90ºF) and 46ºC (115ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MHD to KWI around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kuwait
Kuwait is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Kuwait waiting to be discovered. About 32 kilometres south of Kuwait, a visit to Al Aḩmadī will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Kuwait Oil Company Unity Centre, KOC Maintenance Offices and Ahmadi Oasis KOC.
Salwa is another standout destination in Kuwait and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Kuwait. No trip is complete without experiencing Anjafa Beach West Side, Al Hashemi Marine Museum and Salwa garden block 11.