Flying from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport (KWI). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) are the two main airports in Seattle.
Kuwait International Airport is located in Kuwait. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 10 hours ahead of Seattle.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to KWI.
Peak months like July or vacation periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Seattle to KWI with a stopover. To see the options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SEA and KWI include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Have an early flight from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Break up your flight from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Lake Union Sea Plane Base and KWI include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in around 23 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 11 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Seattle to KWI? Unwind in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base before your trip officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KWI if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
From Kuwait International Airport, Kuwait is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
For a one-way ticket from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport, C$1,031 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just C$1,618. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Seattle to KWI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a new deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for a cheap ticket from Seattle to KWI every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Kuwait. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Book your flight from Seattle to KWI for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuwait to range from 32ºC to 46ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport in January when temperatures average between 8ºC and 21ºC.
More about Kuwait
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuwait:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Kuwait Towers, Al Hamra Tower and Seif Palace are top attractions which should feature on every Kuwait itinerary.
Complete your Kuwait trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Seattle to Kuwait International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Kuwait. Explore the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.