Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Dubai: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 47 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai.
Kuwait International Airport is located in Kuwait. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 1 hour ahead of Kuwait.
Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most traveled route, with 166 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from KWI to DXB is with Emirates at 23:00. Go for the first departure with Kuwait Airways at 00:55 if you want to get going early.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from KWI to Dubai. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You can get a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai. Start your journey at KWI and touch down at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from KWI to Dubai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you have a passport from Kuwait and want to travel to United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your reason for visiting and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Kuwait, KWI can be reached in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 58 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to KWI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Dubai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai is C$106. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$255. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KWI to Dubai.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DWC. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from KWI to Dubai at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the busiest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai. To skip the crowds, head for Dubai in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from KWI to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Dubai right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Dubai:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
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