On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from Riyadh to Kuwait City. The distance between the cities is 533 km, and with up to 37 flights per week, it's easy to find a convenient departure time.
Flights are operated by flynas, Kuwait Airways, and Saudia. When planning your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Riyadh airport and the transport options available to get from Kuwait City airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Riyadh → Kuwait City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by Jazeera Airways, Kuwait Airways, Saudi Arabian Airlines and Flynas. Departures from King Khaled International Airport airports, arrivals at Kuwait International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Riyadh — Kuwait City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 304 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 375 in ,. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Riyadh → Kuwait City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 576 | medium | May | AED 526 | low | Sep | AED 526 | low |
| Feb | AED 501 | low | Jun | AED 627 | high | Oct | AED 551 | medium |
| Mar | AED 576 | medium | Jul | AED 677 | high | Nov | AED 576 | medium |
| Apr | AED 576 | medium | Aug | AED 652 | high | Dec | AED 652 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Kuwait City is characterized by extremely hot summers, with temperatures reaching 46°C in July. The coolest month is January, with an average minimum of 9.5°C, while rainfall peaks in November, with up to 43.61 mm of precipitation.
July is considered the most budget-friendly period to fly, with ticket prices starting AED 304. The highest fares are typically seen in August, when the minimum price starts AED 375.
As a compromise between cost and weather, consider traveling in April, with prices AED 338. During this time, the heat hasn't yet reached its peak, and the chance of rain remains extremely low.
Four airlines provide regular service on this route, with Saudi Arabian Airlines and Kuwait Airways being the leaders in flight frequency. Most flights are direct, which helps keep travel time to a minimum. You can find detailed information about schedules for specific days of the week and baggage allowances in the interactive list of carriers below.
Flights Riyadh — Kuwait City depart from King Khaled International Airport and arrive at Kuwait International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the distance of 533 km in an average of 1 hour and 15 minutes. The exact time depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
Regular flights are operated by flynas, Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways, and Saudia. In total, there are about 37 flights per week.
Yes, there are a large number of direct flights available on this route, which allows you to avoid layovers and save time.
All major flights from Riyadh arrive at Kuwait City International Airport (KWI).
Flight prices constantly change depending on demand. You can check the current minimum for specific dates in the low price calendar on this page.
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