Traveling from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI): what you need to know
2 hours 18 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. Kuwait is 1 hour behind Baku and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
There are 14 flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Kuwait International Airport each week. Jump on the 07:55 flight if you want to get going as early as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from GYD to KWI departs at 19:30.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Kuwait Airways is your ticket to exploring Kuwait (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Kuwait!). Browse the direct flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Kuwait International Airport offered by this airline.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Kuwait International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GYD and KWI are:
Imam Khomeini International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Kuwait. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements change often. Before locking in your cheap ticket from GYD to KWI, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Kuwait International Airport is $53. The cheapest price for a return flight is $89. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from GYD to KWI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Kuwait International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Located around 21 kilometers from central Baku, Heydar Aliyev International Airport can be reached in about 24 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Kuwait International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to GYD:
Arriving at Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KWI instead:
Getting from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to central Kuwait
Kuwait International Airport is approximately 18 kilometers from the center of Kuwait. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It takes around 58 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Kuwait International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kuwait. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Heydar Aliyev International 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 and 46ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GYD to KWI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Kuwait
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuwait right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from GYD to KWI:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Kuwait Towers, Al Hamra Tower and Alseif palace are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Kuwait itinerary.
Complete your Kuwait trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Kuwait International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kuwait.
