Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

Kuwait City, KW 🇰🇼 Large International Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

OKKK

IATA

KWI

Elevation

206 ft

Region

KW-FA

Local Time

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Airport Information

GPS Code: OKKK

Local Code: Not available

Location: 29.226601° N, 47.968899° E

Continent: AS

Type: Large International Airport

Keywords: OKBK Al Mubarak Air Base

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For Pilots

Designation Length Width Surface Status
15L/33R 11483 ft 148 ft ASP Active Lighted
15R/33L 11155 ft 148 ft CON Active Lighted

Type Description Frequency
APP APP 121.3 MHz
ATIS ATIS 126.225 MHz
GND GND 121.7 MHz
TWR TWR 118.3 MHz

Ident Name Type Frequency
KUA Kuwait VOR-DME 115500 kHz

Airport Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Kuwait International Airport
Airlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network
Airline Routes Flights Destinations Last Activity
48 534 48 Sep 16, 2025
50 292 50 Sep 16, 2025
Gulf Air
GFA / GF
1 50 1 Sep 16, 2025
1 46 1 Sep 15, 2025
1 36 1 Sep 14, 2025
Emirates
UAE / EK
1 32 1 Sep 13, 2025
EgyptAir
MSR / MS
2 31 2 Sep 16, 2025
FYC
FYC
1 30 1 Sep 16, 2025
Air Arabia
ABY / G9
1 28 1 Sep 14, 2025
1 26 1 Sep 12, 2025

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Jul 20, 2025
Taxis

Official airport taxis are available 24/7 outside the arrivals hall of all terminals. These taxis operate on a fixed-fare system based on zones, with prices posted at the official taxi ranks. Ride-hailing services like Careem and Uber are also popular and can be booked via their mobile apps for pickup at designated areas.

Rental Cars

Numerous car rental companies, including major international brands like Avis, Hertz, Budget, and Sixt, as well as local providers, have service desks located in the arrivals hall. It is advisable to book your vehicle in advance. To rent a car, you will typically need a valid driver's license, passport, a credit card, and often an International Driving Permit (IDP).

Public Transportation

Public buses are the most economical transportation option. Bus stops for operators like Kuwait Public Transport Company (KPTC) and CityBus are located outside the arrivals terminal. These buses connect the airport to various destinations across Kuwait City and other areas. While cost-effective, this option may be less convenient for those with heavy luggage or unfamiliar with the routes.

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Al Abdaliyah Highway Strip
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~15 km away
Al Adan Heliport
KW-0007
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Heliport
~15 km away
Marina Waves Heliport
KW-0006
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Old Ahmadi Hospital Heliport 1
KW-0004
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Heliport
~17 km away
Old Ahmadi Hospital Heliport 2
KW-0005
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Heliport
~17 km away
New Ahmadi Hospital Heliport
KW-0003
Al Ahmadi, KW
Heliport
~18 km away
KOC Heliport
KW-0002
Al Ahmadi, KW
Heliport
~20 km away
Abdullah bin Umm Maktum Mosque Helipad
KW-0014
Az Zawr, KW
Heliport
~37 km away
Umm Qasr Airport
IQ-0069
Umm Qasr, IQ
Closed Airport
~88 km away
Basra Maqal Airport
IQ-0014
Basra, IQ
Closed Airport
~150 km away
Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.

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Behaviour of Staff Posted by on November 25, 2015

A very rude group of staff..I can even name some but I won't...Dnt understand what makes them reply so rudely to an international traveller...The information desk is better not approached...This airport can not match The International standards of Mumbai and Dubai.

airport quality Posted by on March 6, 2012

* The terminals stink of numerous foul odors at all times. (You can even see the military security agents smoking while standing under signs that forbid it.)

* Gate changes occur more than 75% of the time and delayed flights a higher percentage.

* The air traffic controllers "double stack" the flights to make their breaks longer. Double stacking is an illegal and unsafe practice where the runway isn't cleared before the next plane begins its final approach. If there were an equipment malfunction with a plan which has already landed that would keep it from being moved from the runway, a collision would be likely.

* Visas are a nightmare. There is no line/queue despite the illusion set forth by the digital signs. The visa agents will leave while processing a visa if it is time for a break or shift change, leaving the passenger in limbo.

* All alcohol is strictly forbidden (for non-Kuwaitis). Even bringing a small wine bottle off the plane can land an unsuspecting passenger in prison. At best, it will be confiscated (to later be sold or consumed by the arresting officer).

My advice... avoid Kuwait at all costs! Don't even land for a connecting flight unless there is no possible way to avoid it.

old data Posted by on March 6, 2012

Wataniya Airways is now defunct after the group of Kuwaiti "business" men left travelers stranded all over the world without a minute's notice and then refused to refund any portion of the fares already collected by the airline.