Travelling from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Kuwait is UTC+3, which is 8 hours behind Melbourne. Kuwait International Airport is located in Kuwait.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Melbourne to KWI.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Melbourne to KWI with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MEL and KWI include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
From the centre of Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
About Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KWI instead:
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
From Kuwait International Airport, Kuwait is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Book a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport from Rs139,796 or travel return from just Rs232,276. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Melbourne to KWI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Kuwait, consider the pace you like to travel at.
When booking your flight from Melbourne to KWI, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Kuwait, with temperatures ranging from 32ºC to 46ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kuwait
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuwait right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Kuwait Towers, Al Hamra Tower and Seif Palace are essential stops on your Kuwait itinerary.
Complete your Kuwait trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Melbourne to Kuwait International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Kuwait and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.