Travelling from New York to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
When searching for your flight from New York to Kuwait International Airport (KWI), there's a range of airports to depart from. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are some of New York's main options.
Kuwait International Airport is located in Kuwait. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 7 hours ahead of New York.
The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI), with 8 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to KWI is the 17:00 Kuwait Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 18:50 with Kuwait Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from New York to KWI.
If you're flying during a peak month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from New York to KWI. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
EWR is approximately 24 kilometres from central New York. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from New York to Kuwait International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Planning to leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)? You can book a direct flight from New York to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) from this popular hub.
From JFK, direct flights from New York to KWI are available with Kuwait Airways.
Split up your flight from New York to Kuwait International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between John F. Kennedy International Airport and KWI are:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can reach JFK from central New York in approximately 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from New York to KWI? Kick back in a hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Kuwait International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KWI instead:
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport to central Kuwait is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 58 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Lock in a one-way ticket from New York to Kuwait International Airport from $628 or travel return from just $1,292. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
We recommend booking as early as possible to lock in flight tickets from New York to KWI. You're more likely to score a great deal and have a larger selection of flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from New York to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from New York to Kuwait International Airport. August is the most popular month to travel to Kuwait. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Kuwait. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from New York to KWI sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 32ºC and 46ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap flights from New York to Kuwait International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kuwait
Start your Kuwait trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Kuwait International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Kuwait Towers and Al Hamra Tower are just two of the top attractions to put on your Kuwait travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Seif Palace.
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