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 Kuwait Airways, طيران الجزيرة‎ and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 1h 50m.

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 Kuwait Airways, طيران الجزيرة‎ and Etihad Airways. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 1h 50m.

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 (1,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,597 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,663 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,222 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,199 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,531 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,362 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,041 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (445 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (684 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (242 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (420 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (639 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,919 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,917 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (623 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (243 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 Continental Residence, Kuwait City offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 357 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 933 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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Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait At Burj Alshaya
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,399+
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The Regency Hotel Kuwait
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
AED 914+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Kuwait City
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 613+
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Holiday Inn Kuwait Al Thuraya City By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 532+
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ibis Sharq
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 180+
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Hiring a car in Kuwait City

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 121 per day, on average, or AED 364 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 44% 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. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kuwait City, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 121 per day, on average, or AED 364 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 44% 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. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kuwait City, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

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