Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
A direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport takes on average 6 hours 15 minutes. The timezone in Kuwait is UTC+3, so it's 3 hours ahead of London.
Choose from 26 weekly flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport. The 05:20 departure with Kuwait Airways is the earliest available between LHR and KWI. British Airways operates the last service of the day at 22:20 if you're not into early starts.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Kuwait (and exploring more of Kuwait!) is a breeze with British Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between LHR and KWI:
Cairo International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
To find out if you need a visa to enter Kuwait, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LHR to KWI.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport is R 3,204. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,599. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from LHR to KWI by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The journey from central London to London Heathrow Airport takes around 1 hour and 1 minute on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near LHR. Whether you're on an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
If you're on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near KWI:
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport to the centre of Kuwait is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 58 minutes.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
August is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Kuwait in April.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait International Airport for July if you want to explore Kuwait during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 32ºC and 46ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to KWI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Kuwait
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Kuwait right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from LHR to KWI:
Kuwait Towers and Al Hamra Tower are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Kuwait must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Alseif palace.
Complete your Kuwait trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Kuwait International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Kuwait stay.