Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to London: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 6 hours. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to London.
London is three hours behind Kuwait, where Kuwait International Airport is located. London observes the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take your pick of ten weekly services between these two airports. Kuwait Airways offers a 05:15 departure between KWI and LHR.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your KWI to London flight.
Travelling during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your journey at KWI and travel straight to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Kuwait International Airport to London tickets.
Book your favourite seat with Kuwait Airways. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to London.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from KWI to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Kuwait, KWI can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near KWI? If you're catching an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to London, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the flights that depart from Kuwait International Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to London
$218 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to London flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $428. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from KWI to London. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from Kuwait International Airport to London is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across each month and bag an epic deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuwait International Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from KWI to London can help you get the lowest rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Kuwait International Airport to London has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near LGW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your KWI to London flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Kuwait International Airport to London and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of London is around 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to reach driving.
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by choosing a hotel near STN after your KWI to London flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from STN around four weeks ahead of your flight from Kuwait International Airport to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to London
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to London. July is the most popular month for a trip to London. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your Kuwait International Airport to London plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KWI to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Kuwait International Airport to London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are top attractions which should be on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 161 kilometres northwest of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key reasons to visit.