Kuwait Airways Corporation (KAC) will resume commercial flights between Kuwait and Istanbul, Turkey, via a stopover at Dammam, Saudi Arabia, operating twice weekly on Wednesdays and Fridays starting April 1.
Kuwait Airways Acting CEO Abdulwahab Al-Shatti emphasized that KAC continues to maintain operational efficiency and flexibility to meet evolving passenger demand while ensuring smooth travel services.
The airline has prepared for passenger bookings and is offering flights to selected destinations. Kuwait Airways also provides Saudi Arabia visa application support for residents holding confirmed flight reservations.
Premium passenger services include a limousine service for Royal and Business Class travelers to and from Al Khiran Mall, while Economy Class passengers can use the service at set rates. Passengers may check in at the Al Khiran Mall lounge 24 hours prior to departure, with buses to the land border departing eight hours before flights.
Those traveling by private vehicle can complete travel procedures either at Al Khiran Mall or KAC’s Sabah Al-Salem sales office, with baggage check-in at Dammam Airport three hours before departure and final check-in one hour prior to takeoff.
Bookings are available via KAC’s call center at 171, through WhatsApp, or at the airline’s sales offices across Kuwait.
Key information for Kuwait Airways passengers:
Flights resume: Kuwait-Istanbul via Dammam from April 1
Schedule: Twice weekly on Wednesdays and Fridays
Visa support: Available for Saudi Arabia with confirmed bookings
Limousine service: Royal/Business Class; Economy at set rates
Check-in: Al Khiran Mall lounge 24h before; buses 8h before flight
Baggage check-in: 3h before departure; final check-in 1h prior
Booking: Call center 171, WhatsApp, or sales offices
The resumption of flights is part of KAC’s ongoing efforts to expand connectivity and provide enhanced travel services for Kuwait residents and international passengers.
