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Airlines Flying This Route
Jazeera Airways
Pegasus Airlines
Turkish Airlines
Kuwait Airways
Air Arabia Egypt
Air Arabia
Nesma Airlines
Royal Jordanian
Airports on this route
Flying from Kuwait City
- KWI
Kuwait International Airport
Kuwait City
Arriving in Istanbul
- IST
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul
- SAW
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
Istanbul
Best time to fly
Among the months with available fare data, October had the lowest observed fare, from $76.
Istanbul is mildest and driest from July to September.
Based on typical climate for the destination, not a forecast.
Typical climate in Istanbul
Average daily highs and lows in Istanbul, and how often it rains.
Warmest month
Jul, around 28°C
Mildest months
Jul to Sep
Wettest month
Jan, about 14 rainy days
- Jan: average high 9°C, average low 4°C, 14 days of rain.
- Feb: average high 11°C, average low 4°C, 10 days of rain.
- Mar: average high 12°C, average low 4°C, 13 days of rain.
- Apr: average high 16°C, average low 8°C, 12 days of rain.
- May: average high 20°C, average low 12°C, 11 days of rain.
- Jun: average high 25°C, average low 17°C, 10 days of rain.
- Jul: average high 28°C, average low 20°C, 5 days of rain.
- Aug: average high 28°C, average low 21°C, 6 days of rain.
- Sep: average high 25°C, average low 18°C, 8 days of rain.
- Oct: average high 20°C, average low 14°C, 9 days of rain.
- Nov: average high 16°C, average low 10°C, 10 days of rain.
- Dec: average high 12°C, average low 7°C, 13 days of rain.
Travel guide to Istanbul
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Tips for Cheaper Flights
Book Early
For flights from Kuwait City to Istanbul, booking 2-3 months in advance typically offers the best prices.
Fly Mid-Week
Tuesday to Thursday flights are often cheaper than weekend departures on this route.
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Be Flexible
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Frequently Asked Questions
A typical flight from Kuwait City to Istanbul takes about 3h 50m.
Yes, direct flights are available from Kuwait City to Istanbul, taking approximately 3h 50m.
Flights to Istanbul arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
8 airlines operate this route, including Jazeera Airways, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Kuwait Airways.
Among the months with available fare data, October had the lowest observed fares from Kuwait City to Istanbul.