Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 16 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. Kuwait and Riyadh share the same timezone — UTC+3.
For the earliest departure, take the 05:45 flight from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. If you'd like to jet off later, the last flight is at 23:35. With 229 weekly flights from RUH to KWI, you can pick the one that works best for you.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Saudia is your gateway to exploring Kuwait (and perhaps some other great parts of Kuwait!). Choose from the direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport offered by this carrier.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RUH and KWI are:
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from RUH to KWI, check whether you need a visa to enter Kuwait. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport is Rs17,104. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs32,178. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 8 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flights from RUH to KWI.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Finding a cheap ticket from RUH to KWI is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take about 33 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
If you're on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near KWI:
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 get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 58 minutes.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
August is the most popular month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Kuwait in April.
The warmest month in Kuwait is July, with temperatures ranging between 32ºC and 46ºC. Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Kuwait International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to KWI in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Kuwait
Start your Kuwait trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from RUH to KWI, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Kuwait Towers, Al Hamra Tower and Alseif palace are top attractions which should feature on every Kuwait itinerary.
Complete your Kuwait trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Kuwait International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Kuwait trip.