Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kuwait City travel guide

Kuwait City Tourism | Kuwait City Guide

You're Going to Love Kuwait City

With a population of 60,064, Kuwait City is the largest city in Al Kuwayt, Kuwait by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kuwait City has to offer.

Article

Where to Eat in Kuwait City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jawaher Ramadan Tent - Four Seasons Hotel at Burj Alshaya (Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya Al Soor Street) and Sintoho (Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait At Burj Alshaya) are great picks.

When to visit Kuwait City

Kuwait City in November
Estimated hotel price
AED 531
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kuwait City in November
Estimated hotel price
AED 531
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kuwait City

Plane

When flying to Kuwait City, you’ll arrive at Kuwait City (KWI), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to Kuwait City include ITA Airways, Emirates and flydubai. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 1h 50m.

Plane

When flying to Kuwait City, you’ll arrive at Kuwait City (KWI), which is located 10 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to Kuwait City include ITA Airways, Emirates and flydubai. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 1h 50m.

Airports near Kuwait City

KWIKuwait City

Airlines serving Kuwait City

KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (861 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,036 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (367 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (165 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (961 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (350 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (556 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (639 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (511 reviews)
Show more
Find flights to Kuwait City

Where to stay in Kuwait City

From 5-star hotels such as the Radisson Blu Hotel, Kuwait to great affordable options like the Continental Suite Farwaniya, Kuwait City offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 328 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 885 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kuwait City

Most booked hotels in Kuwait City

See all
City Tower Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 224+
View
ibis Sharq
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 195+
View
Bravo Royal Hotel Suites
3 stars
Okay (4.8, Okay reviews)
AED 169+
View

Hiring a car in Kuwait City

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 201 per day, on average, or AED 602 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Kuwait City.

Expect to pay AED 1.25 per litre in Kuwait City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 14.99 and AED 19.98. The most frequently booked car type in Kuwait City is Intermediate (Hyundai Palisade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 201 per day, on average, or AED 602 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Kuwait City.

Expect to pay AED 1.25 per litre in Kuwait City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 14.99 and AED 19.98. The most frequently booked car type in Kuwait City is Intermediate (Hyundai Palisade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Kuwait City

Convertible

2 Adults, 2 Bags

AED 194/day

Convertible

Passenger van

5 Adults, 2 Bags

AED 367/day

Passenger van
Find car hire in Kuwait City

Kuwait City Travel Guide - View the KAYAK Kuwait City city guide for the best Kuwait City travel tips. To help you organise your Kuwait City trip ideas, this Kuwait City visitors guide provides travel information and trip tips about how to get there, where to stay, what to do, where to eat and more.