Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is 8 hours behind Kuwait, where Kuwait International Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from KWI to Chicago, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight from KWI to Chicago with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Kuwait and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Chicago, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
KWI is around 18 kilometres from central Kuwait. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 58 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near KWI? If you're catching an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Chicago
C$575 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Chicago. A return flight starts from C$1,021. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KWI to Chicago if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Chicago.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 54 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
As soon as your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chicago has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 21 minutes by car. Central Chicago is approximately 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can expect the journey to take about 46 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from KWI to Chicago, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to MDW. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chicago. August is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chicago for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from KWI to Chicago sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Chicago, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
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