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+1-866-829-1247Kuwait Airways is the national airline and flag carrier of Kuwait, with its head office on the grounds of Kuwait International Airport, Al Farwaniyah Governorate. It is a member of the Arab Air Carriers Organization. It operates international flights across the Middle East, the Indian subcontinent, Europe, Southeast Asia, and North America from its main base at Kuwait International Airport. The airline aims to be customer-oriented, offering both premium and value-for-money products, and is known for its global reach with a local touch.
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Essential information about Kuwait Airways Flights
| IATA Code | KU |
| Total Routes | 158 routes to 52 destinations |
| Top Route | Kuwait (KWI) to Dubai (DXB, 108 weekly) |
| Airport Served | 52 international airports |
| Top Airport | Kuwait International Airport (KWI), Dubai International Airport (DXB), Cairo International Airport (CAI), Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). |
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Online booking via Flightsquest:
Here is a step-by-step guide to booking your Kuwait Airways flight online via Flightsquest.
- Go to the Flightsquest website
- Enter the necessary details, including cities, dates, and passengers.
- Select Kuwait Airways from the results.
- Compare prices based on class type: Economy, Business, or First Class.
- Please provide your passenger details and payment information to complete your booking.
- After payment, you will receive a confirmation email with your e-ticket at your registered email address.
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Manage Booking For Kuwait Airways with Flightsquest
Kuwait Airways allows passengers to modify their bookings via Flightsquest
- Kuwait Airways allows you to change your travel dates or times and update passenger information like names or contact details.
- You can add extra baggage allowance, select meals, and choose seats for your flights.
- You can view and reprint your itinerary or boarding pass through the Manage Booking section.
- You can update your email address, phone number, and other contact details.
- Some changes, like adding meals, may have to be done before a certain time (e.g., 24 hours before departure), and depending on the type of change and the fare rules, fees may apply.
Kuwait Airways Seat Selection Policy
Kuwait Airways' seat selection policy provides options for both free and paid seats depending on fare type and frequent flyer status. You can select seats during booking or after, through the website, mobile app, or at check-in.
Advance seat selection rules:
- Advance seat selection is a paid service, primarily for Economy Class seats.
- Seats can be booked up to 6 hours before the scheduled departure.
- Paid seat fees are generally non-refundable.
- Purchase required for extra seats for items (e.g., instruments)
Free Seat Selection:
- Standard Economy seats become free within 24 hours of departure.
- Assigned automatically at online check-in if not pre-selected.
- It can also be selected for free at the airport (if available).
- Oasis Club Gold members may get preferential seating.
Paid Seat Selection:
- Optional for securing preferred Economy seats (e.g., front rows).
- Available up to 6 hours before departure.
- Charged per passenger per flight segment.
- Generally non-refundable, except for major disruptions on U.S. flights.
How to Choose Seats:
- Select seats when you book your flight.
- Use "My Bookings" or "Manage Booking" for seat selection up to 2 hours before departure.
- During online check-in, view and potentially change seats between 24 and 3 hours before departure.
- Select a free seat during airport check-in.
Kuwait Airways Seat Upgrade Policy
Kuwait Airways offers various upgrade options, including paid, bid, and loyalty-based upgrades, as well as upgrades at the airport counter.
Cabin Upgrade (Cash): Pay fare difference anytime before departure to upgrade their seat to a higher cabin class. This can be done during the booking process or through the Manage My Booking section on Flightsquest.
Bid Upgrade: You can upgrade to a higher cabin class online. Eligible passengers may receive email offers to bid for upgrades before departure.
Upgrade using loyalty points: Oasis Club members can use miles to upgrade one cabin class (e.g., Economy to Business, Business to First/Royal) on eligible issued tickets.
Airport Counter Upgrade: Last-minute paid upgrades may be offered at airport check-in, based on seat availability.
Free upgrades can be granted in certain situations, such as when a higher class is overbooked or when a passenger is a high-tier member of the Oasis Club. However, free upgrades are not guaranteed and depend on availability and other factors.
Kuwait Airways Flight Change Policy
24-Hour Risk-Free Changes:
- Kuwait Airways allows passengers to make changes within 24 hours of booking without any penalties.
- This allows passengers to correct their mistakes or adjust their plans free of charge.
Fare difference and change fees:
- Changes made after the 24-hour risk-free window usually incur a fee.
- If the new flight is more expensive than the original, passengers will also need to pay the fare difference.
- If it costs less, a refund of the difference may be possible, depending on the fare conditions.
Name Changes:
- Name corrections may also incur fees and fare differences.
How to change:
You can make changes online through the ‘Manage Booking’ section on the Flightsquest website, or contact Flightsquest by phone to manage or change your Kuwait Airways booking. You will need to provide the reference number of your booking to assist our experts.
Kuwait Airways Flight Cancellation Policy
24-hour cancellation rule: You can cancel your booking within 24 hours (if the purchase is made at least 7 days before departure) with no penalty, regardless of fare type.
Refundable fares: Flights with this fare allow cancellations, subject to potential fees, as outlined in the fare rules, and refunds are issued to the original payment method (usually within 7–14 business days).
Non-refundable tickets: Flights with this fare generally do not offer refunds upon cancellation.
Cancellation charges: Get free cancellation within 24 hours of booking; after that, cancellation fees will apply and vary based on the fare rules and the timing of the cancellation relative to the flight departure.
Travel credits: Some fares may be converted into travel credits upon cancellation, which can be used for future bookings.
No-Show rules: If you fail to show up for your flight, it is considered a no-show, and your fare will likely be forfeited, and you may only receive a refund of airport and government taxes.
Kuwait Airways Baggage Policy
Kuwait Airways baggage allowances vary by cabin class and fare types.
Carry-on baggage limit:
- Economy: 1 piece, 7 kg, max 56 x 46 x 25 cm (22 x 18 x 10 in).
- Business/First/Royal: 2 pieces, 7 kg each, same dimensions.
- Infants: 1 small bag (diaper bag), max 5 kg.
Checked baggage allowance:
- Economy: 2 pieces, 23 kg each, max 158 cm (62 in).
- Business/First: 2 pieces, 32 kg each, max 158 cm.
- Royal: 3 pieces, 32 kg each, max 300 cm (118 in).
- Infants: 10 kg, max 115 cm (45 in).
Oversized/excess baggage rules:
- Oversized: Over 158 cm (Economy/Business/First) or 300 cm (Royal); max 250 cm, or sent as cargo.
- Excess: Extra bags or over 23 kg (Economy), 32 kg (others).
- Fees: KWD 10–76 (oversized), KWD 25–95 (excess), varies by route.
- Prepaid Excess: 15% discount if booked 24+ hours before flight, non-refundable.
- Special Items (e.g., sports gear, instruments): Book in advance, extra fees; instruments under 75 kg can take a cabin seat.
Kuwait Airways Check-in Information
Online and mobile check-in: Access online check-in through Flightsquest. It opens 48 hours before your scheduled departure and closes 2 hours before the flight. Online check-in allows you to select seats, print your boarding pass, view or change seats, and receive check-in confirmation.
Airport Check-in Timings:
- For domestic flights, passengers should arrive at the airport 90 minutes before the scheduled departure.
- For international flights, passengers should arrive at the airport 3 hours before the scheduled departure.
- Counter Timing for check-in varies by location.
Boarding pass download options: You can download your boarding pass online after completing online check-in or receive it via the email address associated with your booking.
Kuwait Airways Unaccompanied Minor (UMNR) Policy
Kuwait Airways offers an unaccompanied minor service to ensure the safety and comfort of children traveling alone.
Age requirements: It's mandatory for children between the ages of 5 and 12 years old traveling alone to use the UMNR service, and children under 5 years old are not allowed to travel alone and must be accompanied by someone over the age of 18.
Booking process: Booking Procedure: Call us to make arrangements for your minor. It has to be bought via offline booking.
Required documents: Child’s passport/birth certificate for age verification with parent/guardian’s government-issued ID and current address. Contact details for drop-off and pick-up guardians, with a completed UMNR form (provided at check-in).
Services included:
- A dedicated staff member, such as the cabin chief, will be responsible for the minor's care during the flight.
- Upon arrival, the minor will be safely handed over to the designated parent or guardian.
- Specific fees may apply for UMNR services, depending on the route.
Restrictions:
- UMNR service is not available on connecting flights or codeshare/partner airlines.
- Not permitted for children under 6 years or on flights with expected disruptions (e.g., weather).
- Maximum 8 UMNRs per flight.
Kuwait Airways Popular Routes
Dubai – Kuwait City: Frequent route for business and trade.
Kuwait City – Jeddah: Popular for religious tourism and business.
Kuwait City – London Heathrow: Serves business and leisure travelers.
Kuwait City – Istanbul: Draws tourists and business travelers.
Mumbai – Kuwait City: Used for business and family visits.
Kuwait City – Bangkok: Primarily leisure travel.
Dhaka – Kuwait City: Serves Bangladeshi workers and tourists.
Kuwait City – New York (JFK): Direct route for business, tourism, and US connections.
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