Travelling from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): What you need to know
Nairobi and Kuwait (where Kuwait International Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to KWI.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to KWI. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67% land on schedule at their destination.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can arrive at WIL from the centre of Nairobi in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to KWI flight:
About Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Have a late flight from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near KWI and be in snooze mode sooner:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Kuwait International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Kuwait's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport flight.
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Central Kuwait is around 16 kilometres from Kuwait International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport is Rs62,951. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs118,316. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Nairobi to KWI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Cheap Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Nairobi to KWI.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. June is the quietest month to visit Kuwait. January is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport (KWI), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Nairobi to KWI plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuwait to range from 32ºC to 46ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC.
More about Kuwait
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Kuwait International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kuwait:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Kuwait Towers, The Grand Mosque of Kuwait City and Sahara Kuwait Golf Club are essential stops on your Kuwait itinerary.