Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kuwait Airport (KWI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport is 6 hours 10 minutes.
Kuwait's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Kuwait three hours ahead of London.
Flights from LHR to KWI start from 10:45 — the first with Kuwait Airways. The last service of the day is at 22:00 with Kuwait Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 12 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your LHR to KWI flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Kuwait Airways has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Kuwait — and maybe even more of Kuwait if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Kuwait Airways on this route.
Among carriers operating LHR to KWI flights, Kuwait Airways has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and KWI:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Kuwait Airport (KWI)
Rs70,738 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs149,594. These fares can change based on availability.
Book one month before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to KWI.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kuwait Airport (KWI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KWI instead:
Grab a Kuwait Airport rental car and explore Kuwait and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Budget and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Kuwait Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Kuwait Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Kuwait Airport to the centre of Kuwait has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Kuwait Airport (KWI)
July is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Kuwait in March.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Kuwait Airport for July if you'd like to visit Kuwait during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 32ºC and 48ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to KWI in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 22ºC then.