Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Kuwait International Airport is located in Kuwait. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is one hour behind Kuwait.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your KWI to Bucharest flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from KWI to Bucharest, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Kuwait, KWI can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near KWI:
65% of flights leaving from Kuwait International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Bucharest
ج.م. 9,896 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Bucharest flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ج.م. 22,930. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from KWI to Bucharest. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Kuwait International Airport to Bucharest ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from KWI to Bucharest by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bucharest by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The distance from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bucharest, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from KWI to Bucharest.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
Central Bucharest is around 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Disembark your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bucharest and then keep an eye out for any airport signs that'll help you get to the centre.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to BBU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your KWI to Bucharest flight:
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from BBU two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bucharest. July is the most popular month for a trip to Bucharest. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Book your Kuwait International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from KWI to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bucharest right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bucharest:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Romania waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a visit to Iasi will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Cluj-Napoca is another sought-after destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. No journey is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.
