Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 3 hours 29 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. Istanbul and Kuwait share the same timezone — UTC+3.
There are 118 flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport weekly. Take the 00:20 flight if you want to leave as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from SAW to KWI is at 22:25.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
One simple trip from SAW to KWI is all it takes to reach Kuwait, Kuwait. There is a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, including:
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SAW and KWI are:
Trabzon Airport
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from SAW to KWI, check if you need a visa to enter Kuwait. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport is C$127. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$155. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap flight tickets from SAW to KWI, reserve your journey 2 months before your departure.
Organize your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Use filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Located around 48 kilometres from the center of Istanbul, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport can be reached in about 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SAW? If you're catching an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
If you have a late flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near KWI:
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport to the center of Kuwait takes about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 58 minutes.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Kuwait based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Kuwait International Airport for July if you want to go to Kuwait during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 32ºC and 46ºC.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAW to KWI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Kuwait
Once you've locked in your flights from SAW to KWI, you'll want to find a place to stay in Kuwait. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Kuwait Towers, Al Hamra Tower and Alseif palace are among the things you can't miss in Kuwait.
Complete your Kuwait trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Kuwait International Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kuwait.
