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 July
Estimated hotel price
AED 600
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kuwait City in July
Estimated hotel price
AED 600
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 16 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to Kuwait City include Emirates, Kuwait Airways and Etihad Airways. 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 16 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to Kuwait City include Emirates, Kuwait Airways and Etihad Airways. 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 (1,430 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,104 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,441 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,531 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,149 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (911 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (647 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (178 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (392 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,107 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,952 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,662 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (366 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (637 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 Saray Prime Suites, Kuwait City offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 361 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 960 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kuwait City

Most booked hotels in Kuwait City

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City Tower Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 235+
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ibis Sharq
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 283+
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Oasis Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
AED 275+
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Hiring a car in Kuwait City

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 144 per day, on average, or AED 432 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in 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 Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 144 per day, on average, or AED 432 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in 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 Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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