Car Hire - Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

Car and van hire in Kuwait International Airport can be found via the Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch, located on the basement floor of the main terminal building, Terminal 1. When you exit the arrivals gate, continue walking straight and go down the escalator to the basement. The Enterprise Rent-A-Car counter is at counter B6 on the right-hand side. A bus shuttle service is also available if you arrive via another airport terminal.

Kuwait International Airport is situated approximately 18 km south of the centre of Kuwait City. Since car hire in Kuwait International Airport is available from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, driving to the city from the airport is simple, and the total journey time is likely to take around 25 minutes.

Route 50 connects Kuwait International Airport directly to Kuwait City and is the most simple route for motorists driving to the city centre. An alternative is to travel north up Airport Road and then connect to Route 50 by turning right after passing the police station. Route 6 connects Kuwait City to Al Jahra, which is approximately 30 km west of Kuwait City. This provides access to Highway 80, leading north to Iraq and Highway 70, leading to Saudi Arabia.

Kuwait International Airport primarily serves Kuwait City and the surrounding regions, and it operates as the main airport for the entire country of Kuwait. Kuwait City provides access to the Persian Gulf. The city of Kuwait is also known for its performing arts heritage. Meanwhile, the main shopping areas, including the Gate Mall, the Al Tilal Complex and the Avenues Mall, can all be reached from the airport within 30 minutes of driving.