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.

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Where to Eat in Kuwait City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sintoho (Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait At Burj Alshaya) and Li Beirut (13008 Al Soor Street) are great picks.

When to visit Kuwait City

Kuwait City in April
Estimated hotel price
AED 346
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kuwait City in April
Estimated hotel price
AED 346
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 طيران الجزيرة‎, Kuwait Airways and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Kuwait City is to pick up a car hire from Jahra, which is about 19 miles from Kuwait City. You’ll find branches of Hertz and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Jahra.

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 طيران الجزيرة‎, Kuwait Airways and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Kuwait City is to pick up a car hire from Jahra, which is about 19 miles from Kuwait City. You’ll find branches of Hertz and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Jahra.

Airports near Kuwait City

KWIKuwait City

Airlines serving Kuwait City

KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,479 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,530 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,121 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,513 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,323 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (315 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,032 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (691 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (445 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (234 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (417 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,909 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (636 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,941 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (634 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (244 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kuwait City

From 5-star hotels such as the Radisson Blu Hotel, Kuwait to great affordable options like the ibis Sharq, Kuwait City offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 362 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 938 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kuwait City

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ibis Sharq
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 187+
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Hiring a car in Kuwait City

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 120 per day, on average, or AED 360 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, 53% 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 Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 120 per day, on average, or AED 360 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, 53% 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 Full-size (Ford Expedition or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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