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. Kuwait City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kuwait City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Jawaher Ramadan Tent - Four Seasons Hotel at Burj Alshaya (Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya Al Soor Street) and Sintoho (Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait At Burj Alshaya) are great picks.

When to visit Kuwait City

Kuwait City in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 428
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kuwait City in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 428
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 16 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to Kuwait City include ITA Airways, Emirates and flydubai. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Arab Emirates departs from Sharjah and takes around 1h 40m.

Plane

When flying to Kuwait City, you’ll arrive at Kuwait City (KWI), which is located 16 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to Kuwait City include ITA Airways, Emirates and flydubai. The shortest flight to Kuwait City from the United Arab Emirates departs from Sharjah and takes around 1h 40m.

Airports near Kuwait City

Airlines serving Kuwait City

KLM
Good (1,350 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,909 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,505 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,193 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,664 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,857 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,208 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,232 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,175 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (791 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (894 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (436 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (371 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (570 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (631 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (239 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (516 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (735 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 396 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 984 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kuwait City

Most booked hotels in Kuwait City

The Regency Hotel Kuwait
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 943+
ibis Sharq
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 253+
Oasis Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
AED 239+

Hiring a car in Kuwait City

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 223 per day, on average, or AED 446 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at 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 Economy car hire (Honda City or similar) is, on average, 5% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kuwait City costs AED 223 per day, on average, or AED 446 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at 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 Economy car hire (Honda City or similar) is, on average, 5% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.