£68+ Cheap flights to Kuwait City

City overview

The largest city and capital of Kuwait, on the Persian Gulf, Kuwait City is an important economic, cultural and political centre of the country. The city offers an interesting mix of high-rise buildings, modern shopping malls, hotels, traditional street markets, Islamic architecture and old buildings. The dominant landmarks of the city include the Liberation Tower, the Kuwait Towers and the Grand Mosque. The iconic Kuwait Towers offer a great view of the Kuwait City while a visit to the Grand Mosque is a worthwhile tour.

While in Kuwait indulge yourself in an unforgettable meal in the Kuwait Towers.  Visit any of the numerous cafés in the city and try the unique experience to smoke Shisha (Hubbly Bubbly/ Hookah). A tour to the Aqua Park, within the vicinity of the Kuwait Towers, may be ideal to escape the hot climate of the Middle East. A great way to spend the evenings would be to walk down the wide boulevards or the well-tended sidewalks along the coast. Fitness and health conscious individuals can visit some of the top fitness centres in the city such as Ayurmana, Spa time and Elysium.

Options for shopping include the high-end malls of Marina Mall, The Avenues and Souk Sharq in addition to traditional markets such as the Mahameed markets and Souk Al Mubarakiya in downtown that are good for Oriental items and less expensive goods. A stay in Kuwait City would be incomplete without savouring the interesting Lebanese, Iranian and Bedouin foods served at the restaurants.

Getting around Kuwait City

The transport system of the city that includes the local buses and intercity buses is well spread, organised and cheap. They operate punctually round the clock making it a convenient means of travel. Taxis are available from the airport to the city and charge a flat rate. Local taxis are also available for going around the city, though they are without meters.

Getting from the Airport to the City

The primary airport for flights to Kuwait is the Kuwait International Airport (KWI) about 10 miles to the south of the Kuwait City that serves a number of local and international venues. Visitors can hire taxis available from the airport to their desired destinations in Kuwait City and nearby areas. It takes about 20 minutes by car to the city centre via the Airport Road that is well signposted. Bus service to the city is available from outside the Arrivals area every 45 minutes.

Kuwait International Airport is a hub for Kuwait Airways and served more than seven million passengers in 2008. The airport has been expanded in recent years. The first phase of expansion (completed in 2002) was to the passenger terminal. The second phase (2003) included the building of more check-in desks, improved baggage-handling and the introduction of a children’s play area. The next phase is for a second passenger terminal.