Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Kuwait is one hour ahead of Sharm El Sheikh and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Your SSH to KWI flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Flying into Kuwait (and then discovering more of Kuwait!) is a snap with Jazeera Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Jazeera Airways.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between SSH and KWI include:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight is £75. A return ticket right now is £177. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SSH to KWI.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SSH to KWI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
65.11% of flights that leave from Sharm El Sheikh Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Sharm El Sheikh to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is around 3 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SSH:
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
If you're arriving on a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near KWI:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Kuwait International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Kuwait's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Kuwait International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport is approximately 11 miles from the centre of Kuwait. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Kuwait based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Kuwait International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Kuwait during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 32ºC (90ºF) and 46ºC (115ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SSH to KWI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kuwait
You've seen Kuwait, now it's time to discover more of Kuwait. Journey about 20 miles south to Al Aḩmadī to tick off its leading attractions. From Kuwait Oil Company Unity Centre to KOC Maintenance Offices and Ahmadi Oasis KOC, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Kuwait, consider Salwa, roughly 8 miles south-east of Kuwait. Anjafa Beach West Side, Al Hashemi Marine Museum and Salwa garden block 11 are key highlights.
