Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 7 hours behind Kuwait, where Kuwait International Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Take your pick of 8 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KWI to JFK is the 07:30 Kuwait Airways option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 09:05 with Kuwait Airways.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from KWI to New York. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You can get a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to New York. Start your trip at KWI and touch down at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Check out the offers from Kuwait Airways. This airline has direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to New York.
We make it a breeze to find a flight from KWI to New York with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Kuwait. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Kuwait International Airport to New York.
Travelling from central Kuwait to KWI takes approximately 58 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel near KWI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to New York, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to New York
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuwait International Airport to New York is Rs79,807. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs170,263. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from KWI to New York by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to New York. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Kuwait International Airport to New York. Simply select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kuwait International Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
After your flight from Kuwait International Airport to New York has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 48 minutes by car. Central New York is approximately 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near JFK. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from KWI to New York at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to New York. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to New York in February when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Kuwait International Airport to New York, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from KWI to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Kuwait International Airport to New York, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your New York to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in New York and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Kuwait International Airport to New York.
