Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
1 hour 41 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. Kuwait is 1 hour behind Sharjah and operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport start at 08:10 — the earliest with Air Arabia. The latest flight in the day is the 18:30 option with Air Arabia. Overall, you can take your pick of 12 weekly services from SHJ to KWI.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Kuwait (and then seeing more of Kuwait!) is a breeze with Air Arabia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SHJ and KWI include:
Bahrain International Airport
Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport
Hamad International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Kuwait, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SHJ to KWI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport is $137. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $235. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from SHJ to KWI by booking at least 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting a cheap ticket from SHJ to KWI is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
To reach Sharjah International Airport from central Sharjah, it'll take around 11 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near SHJ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
If you're on a late flight from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KWI:
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Kuwait. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 58 minutes.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kuwait in April.
The warmest month in Kuwait is July, with temperatures ranging between 32ºC and 46ºC. Lock in your flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SHJ to KWI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Kuwait
As soon as you've booked your flights from SHJ to KWI, you'll need to find a place to stay in Kuwait. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Kuwait Towers, Al Hamra Tower and Alseif palace are leading attractions which should feature on every Kuwait itinerary.
Complete your Kuwait trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Kuwait International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Kuwait getaway.