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 16 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to Kuwait City include Emirates, طيران الجزيرة‎ and Kuwait 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 31 km from Kuwait City. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Jahra.

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, طيران الجزيرة‎ and Kuwait 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 31 km from Kuwait City. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Jahra.

Airports near Kuwait City

KWIKuwait City

Airlines serving Kuwait City

KLM
Good (1,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,456 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,683 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,391 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,398 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,044 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (438 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (681 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (644 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (245 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (430 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (607 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,944 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,912 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (247 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 350 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,062 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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Montrose - A Mayfair Collection Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 389+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Kuwait City
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 610+
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Holiday Inn Kuwait Al Thuraya City By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 540+
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City Tower Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 286+
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ibis Sharq
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 173+
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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.

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 Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 61% 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.

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 Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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