Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
Kuwait's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Kuwait seven hours ahead of Ottawa.
To ensure you get on your YOW to KWI flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Currently, Rs210,287 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs352,845. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YOW to KWI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kuwait International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YOW to KWI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Of all flights leaving Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% land on time at their destination.
To get to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kuwait International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near YOW:
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KWI instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Kuwait International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Budget or Hertz and chase adventure across Kuwait and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Kuwait International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
From Kuwait International Airport, Kuwait is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Kuwait. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kuwait is July, with temperatures ranging between 32ºC and 46ºC. Lock in your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Kuwait International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YOW to KWI sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kuwait
Al Aḩmadī is just one of the many places in Kuwait waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kuwait. Around 32 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Kuwait Oil Company Unity Centre, KOC Maintenance Offices and Ahmadi Oasis KOC.
Salwa is another well-known destination in Kuwait and is around 13 kilometres south-east of Kuwait. No journey is complete without dropping by Anjafa Beach West Side, Al Hashemi Marine Museum and Salwa garden block 11.
