Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Mashhad is UTC+4:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Kuwait.
Take your pick of 18 weekly Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport flights. The 07:30 departure with Jazeera Airways is the earliest flight available. Sepehran Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 15:50.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your KWI to MHD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Mashhad holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Iran:
Most passengers choose to fly with Iran Air on this route.
With 76.92% of its services arriving as scheduled, Kuwait Airways is the most punctual carrier operating KWI to MHD flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KWI and MHD:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport flight is $324. A return ticket is currently $697. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from KWI to MHD, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Picking up cheap flights from KWI to MHD is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
81.62% of flights departing from Kuwait International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of KWI.
Kuwait International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Kuwait. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel near KWI? If you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
Consider a stay at Ghasr Talaee International Hotel after touching down from your Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport flight. It's a short drive from MHD and a good choice if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to central Mashhad
Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to central Mashhad has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Mashhad based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Mashhad, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from KWI to MHD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Iran
Mashhad has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iran just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres west of Mashhad, a trip to Gorgan will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Golshahr Park-پارک گلشهر, Kianshahr Park and Naharkhoran Park.
Around 177 kilometres west of Mashhad, Sabzevar is another favourite stop in Iran. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at پارک سلامت, میدان شهید دکتر بهشتی and Jameh Mosque of Sabzevar.