Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Kuwait Airport (KWI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Kuwait Airport.
The timezone in Kuwait is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Abu Dhabi.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 44 weekly Zayed International Airport to Kuwait Airport flights.
Your AUH to KWI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Kuwait Airport. When you're ready to start your Kuwait adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Kuwait:
Etihad Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers AUH to KWI flights, with 77.01% of its services landing on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Kuwait Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AUH and KWI:
Riyadh Airport
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain Airport
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
75% of flights that depart Zayed International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Zayed International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel near AUH? If you're catching an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Kuwait Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kuwait Airport (KWI)
Book a hotel close to KWI if you're catching a late Zayed International Airport to Kuwait Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Kuwait Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Kuwait's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Kuwait Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kuwait Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
From Kuwait Airport, Kuwait is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kuwait Airport (KWI)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Zayed International Airport to Kuwait Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Kuwait. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Zayed International Airport to Kuwait Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Kuwait, with the temperature ranging from 32ºC (90ºF) to 48ºC (118ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to KWI in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
