Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo one hour behind Kuwait.
Flights from KWI to CAI start at 00:10 — the first with Jazeera Airways. The latest departure is at 23:55 with Air Cairo. In total, you can choose from 107 weekly Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your KWI to CAI flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
A good range of airlines offer direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Fly nonstop to Cairo with these carriers and get to know this incredible part of Egypt:
Jazeera Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
Kuwait Airways is the most punctual carrier operating KWI to CAI flights. An exceptional 83.47% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between KWI and CAI include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
At the moment, Rs17,952 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs37,955. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KWI to CAI.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that depart KWI arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Kuwait International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Kuwait. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near KWI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider staying in a hotel near CAI if you have a late Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Cairo International Airport rental car and discover Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cairo International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport to the centre of Cairo has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Cairo. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Cairo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from KWI to CAI sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.