KWI - Kuwait International Airport

Kuwait, Kuwait

IATA Code: KWI · Kuwait, Kuwait

The airport code KWI is the IATA identifier for Kuwait International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kuwait Airport (KWI).

Kuwait International Airport (KWI) serves Kuwait, Kuwait, in the Middle East fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

KWI is the IATA airport code for Kuwait International Airport, located in Kuwait, Kuwait. The airport is situated at coordinates 29.2266°N, 47.9689°E. The current jet fuel price in the Middle East region is $4.90/gallon as of 2026-05-16.

Current Jet Fuel Price (Middle East)

$4.90/gallon

⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%

Airport Information

IATA Code
KWI
City
Kuwait
Country
Kuwait
Timezone
Asia/Kuwait
Latitude
29.2266°
Longitude
47.9689°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
Middle East

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from KWI

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
XIJ - Ahmed Al Jaber AB 37 km $508 $1/passenger
ABD - Abadan 130 km $1,784 $4/passenger
BSR - Basrah 150 km $2,058 $4/passenger
MRX - Bandar Mahshahr 187 km $2,566 $5/passenger
AQI - Hafr Al-batin 205 km $2,813 $6/passenger
KHK - Khark Island 229 km $3,142 $6/passenger
OMI - Omidyeh 234 km $3,210 $6/passenger
AKW - Aghajari 236 km $3,238 $6/passenger
AWZ - Ahwaz 247 km $3,389 $7/passenger
KMC - King Khalid Mil.city 280 km $3,842 $8/passenger
BUZ - Bushehr 280 km $3,842 $8/passenger
QJB - Jubail 281 km $3,855 $8/passenger
GCH - Gachsaran 302 km $4,143 $8/passenger
DMM - Dammam 355 km $4,871 $10/passenger
DEF - Dezful 359 km $4,925 $10/passenger
YES - Yasuj 381 km $5,227 $10/passenger
DHA - Dhahran 393 km $5,392 $11/passenger
BAH - Bahrain 420 km $5,762 $12/passenger
RAH - Rafha 436 km $5,982 $12/passenger
CQD - Shahre Kord 438 km $6,009 $12/passenger
SYZ - Shiraz 449 km $6,160 $12/passenger
KNR - Kangan 456 km $6,256 $13/passenger
NJF - Najaf 459 km $6,297 $13/passenger
HOF - Al-ahsa 463 km $6,352 $13/passenger
KHD - Khorram Abad 469 km $6,435 $13/passenger
RUH - Riyadh 491 km $6,737 $13/passenger
IIL - Ilam 507 km $6,956 $14/passenger
PGU - Khalije Fars 510 km $6,997 $14/passenger
XXN - Riyadh 517 km $7,093 $14/passenger
ELQ - Gassim 525 km $7,203 $14/passenger
IFH - Daran 535 km $7,340 $15/passenger
IFN - Esfahan 540 km $7,409 $15/passenger
JAR - Jahrom 551 km $7,560 $15/passenger
LFM - Lamerd 551 km $7,560 $15/passenger
FAZ - Fasa 560 km $7,683 $15/passenger
XJD - Doha 564 km $7,738 $15/passenger
DIA - Doha 566 km $7,766 $16/passenger
DOH - Doha 568 km $7,793 $16/passenger
BGW - Baghdad 572 km $7,848 $16/passenger
KSH - Bakhtaran 574 km $7,875 $16/passenger
AJK - Arak 574 km $7,875 $16/passenger
AKH - Al Kharj 575 km $7,889 $16/passenger
LVP - Lavan Island 593 km $8,136 $16/passenger
TQD - Al Taqaddum 618 km $8,479 $17/passenger
KKS - Kashan 621 km $8,520 $17/passenger
XQC - Al Bakr 626 km $8,589 $17/passenger
HDM - Hamadan 630 km $8,644 $17/passenger
HAS - Hail 646 km $8,863 $18/passenger
LRR - Lar 650 km $8,918 $18/passenger
DWD - 654 km $8,973 $18/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your KWI Flights

Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.

Currently, the Middle East region has jet fuel priced at $4.90/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.

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Climate & Weather at Kuwait

Kuwait enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.

Traveler Guide: Flying Through KWI

Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, KWI is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.

Planning Your Trip via KWI

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