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 10 miles 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 10 miles 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 (1,431 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,084 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,089 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,329 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (646 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (178 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (391 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,098 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,947 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (1,651 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (366 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (635 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 360 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 949 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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The Regency Hotel Kuwait
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,065+
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Courtyard by Marriott Kuwait City
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
AED 632+
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Montrose - A Mayfair Collection Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 444+
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City Tower Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 323+
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ibis Sharq
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 264+
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Hiring a car in Kuwait City

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 148 per day, on average, or AED 443 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 18% 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, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 148 per day, on average, or AED 443 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 18% 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, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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