Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Tehran: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Kuwait International Airport is located in Kuwait. Operating on the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is 30 minutes ahead of Kuwait.
The most popular route is from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). There are 10 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KWI to IKA is the 09:05 Kuwait Airways option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 15:30 with Kuwait Airways.
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 catch your flight from KWI to Tehran.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Direct flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Tehran are available for booking. Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is where you'll be landing.
Look out for offers from Kuwait Airways. This airline has direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from KWI to Tehran. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
You'll need a visa for Iran if you have a passport from Kuwait and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Kuwait, KWI can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 58 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near KWI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Tehran
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran is ج.م. 3,717. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 7,273. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from KWI to Tehran by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are some great accommodation options near IKA.
Best time to go to Tehran
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran. July is the most popular month to travel to Tehran. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from KWI to Tehran in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are top sights which should be on any well-planned Tehran itinerary.
Complete your Tehran trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Tehran and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare options in one go to find your perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Kuwait International Airport to Tehran.