Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Kuwait's timezone is UTC+3, making Kuwait one hour behind Sharjah.
Every week, there are 12 Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 08:10 Air Arabia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 17:10 with Air Arabia.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SHJ to KWI flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air Arabia is your ticket to exploring Kuwait (and perhaps some other great parts of Kuwait!). Browse the direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air Arabia on this route.
Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier that operates SHJ to KWI flights. A reliable 81.82% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SHJ and KWI:
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Right now, $141 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $275. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SHJ to KWI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Of all flights departing from Sharjah International Airport, 76.09% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a convenient hotel close to SHJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KWI instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kuwait International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Kuwait's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Kuwait International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
From Kuwait International Airport, Kuwait is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kuwait. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kuwait is July, with the temperature ranging between 32ºC and 46ºC. Book your flights from Sharjah International Airport to Kuwait International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to KWI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kuwait
You've done Kuwait, now it's time to explore other parts of Kuwait. Journey around 32 kilometres south to Al Aḩmadī to check off its top sights. From Kuwait Oil Company Unity Centre to KOC Maintenance Offices and Ahmadi Oasis KOC, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Kuwait, consider Salwa, about 13 kilometres south-east of Kuwait. Anjafa Beach West Side, Al Hashemi Marine Museum and Salwa garden block 11 are key highlights.