Travelling from London to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Kuwait International Airport (KWI), you'll have a good choice of airports to leave from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
6 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from London to Kuwait International Airport.
Kuwait is 3 hours ahead of London. Kuwait International Airport is located in Kuwait, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
With 26 direct weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) is the most popular route. Kuwait Airways operates the earliest flight at 10:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from LHR to KWI is with British Airways at 22:20.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from London to KWI.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) can be booked from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from London to Kuwait International Airport with British Airways. This leading airline operates services from LHR.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from London to KWI leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The distance from central London to LHR is around 31 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from London to Kuwait International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) offers nonstop flights from London to Kuwait International Airport (KWI).
You can board a direct flight from London to KWI with Kuwait Airways. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of LGW.
Split up your flight from London to Kuwait International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and KWI include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to KWI:
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 London to Kuwait International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KWI instead:
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Kuwait. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Kuwait International Airport is ₹ 9,779. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 18,066. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from London to KWI when you book 9 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are generally at their lowest.
You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from London to Kuwait International Airport if you take off in June. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when fares go down. It's all about timing when scoring flight tickets from London to KWI.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Kuwait International Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London to Kuwait International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kuwait. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Kuwait is July, with temperatures ranging between 32ºC and 46ºC. Book your flights from London to KWI in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from London to Kuwait International Airport in January when temperatures average between 8ºC and 21ºC.
More about Kuwait
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kuwait right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to Kuwait International Airport:
Kuwait Towers and Al Hamra Tower are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Kuwait travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Seif Palace.
Complete your Kuwait trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London to Kuwait International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Kuwait and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.
