Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Dubai: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Kuwait International Airport is located in Kuwait. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is one hour ahead of Kuwait.
The busiest route is from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). Take your pick of 109 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KWI to DXB is the 00:45 Kuwait Airways option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:00 with Emirates.
Give yourself enough time to catch your KWI to Dubai flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Direct Kuwait International Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai International Airport (DXB) will be where your journey ends.
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai include:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from KWI to Dubai with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
The journey from central Kuwait to KWI takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to KWI:
When it comes to Kuwait International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Dubai
£52 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Dubai flight. A return ticket right now is £94. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap flights from KWI to Dubai, reserve your journey two months before your departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Kuwait International Airport to Dubai tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kms (9 miles). It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near DXB if you're coming in on a late flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dubai International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from KWI to Dubai.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is around 48 kms (30 miles) from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DWC. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your KWI to Dubai flight at one of these well-located options:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at DWC can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the busiest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai. To skip the crowds, head to Dubai in December.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your Kuwait International Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from KWI to Dubai around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are major attractions which should be on any good Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kms (75 miles) southwest of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.