Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is three hours behind Kuwait.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your KWI to EDI flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between KWI and EDI:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
RM515 is currently the best price for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM1,467. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KWI to EDI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KWI to EDI by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that take off from KWI land on time.
To get to Kuwait International Airport from central Kuwait, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near KWI? If you're catching an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Book a hotel near EDI if you have a late Kuwait International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Edinburgh in January.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Kuwait International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KWI to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Edinburgh. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United Kingdom, consider Glasgow, about 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are key highlights.