Direct (nonstop) flights from Sharm el Sheikh to Kuwait

2 airlines fly nonstop from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Kuwait International (KWI). It's 830 miles (1,335 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Jazeera Airways, Kuwait Airways.

SSH
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
🇪🇬 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
KWI
Kuwait International
🇰🇼 Kuwait, Kuwait
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
830 mi
1,335 km
CO₂/pax
154 kg
−65 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Jazeera Airways +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Jazeera Airways Jazeera Airways Kuwait Airways Kuwait Airways

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jazeera Airways J9 Jazeera Airways
Route
SSH → KWI
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
830 mi
Kuwait Airways KU Kuwait Airways
Route
SSH → KWI
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
830 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sharm el Sheikh to Kuwait with one stop · direct emits 154 kg CO₂ per passenger

SSH BGW (Baghdad) KWI
Leg 1: 2h (689 mi) Leg 2: 1h (354 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → BGW
2h · 689 mi
View SSH to BGW flights →
Leg 2
BGW → KWI
1h · 354 mi
View BGW to KWI flights →
SSH MED (Madinah) KWI
Leg 1: 1h 30m (406 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (604 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → MED
1h 30m · 406 mi
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Leg 2
MED → KWI
1h 45m · 604 mi
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SSH HRG (Hurghada) KWI
Leg 1: 50m (65 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (875 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → HRG
50m · 65 mi
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Leg 2
HRG → KWI
2h 30m · 875 mi
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SSH AMM (Amman) KWI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (275 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (734 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → AMM
1h 10m · 275 mi
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Leg 2
AMM → KWI
2h 10m · 734 mi
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SSH RUH (Riyadh) KWI
Leg 1: 2h 20m (790 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (304 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → RUH
2h 20m · 790 mi
View SSH to RUH flights →
Leg 2
RUH → KWI
1h 20m · 304 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Kuwait?

A nonstop flight from Sharm el Sheikh (SSH) to Kuwait (KWI) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 830 miles (1,335 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sharm el Sheikh to Kuwait?

2 airlines: Jazeera Airways, Kuwait Airways.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Kuwait?

Yes. 2 airlines: Jazeera Airways, Kuwait Airways.

How far is Sharm el Sheikh from Kuwait?

The flight distance from Sharm el Sheikh to Kuwait is 830 miles (1,335 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Sharm el Sheikh to Kuwait?

At 2h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Egypt to Kuwait?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Kuwait embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Kuwait?

Roughly 154 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 770 km.

Is the return flight from Kuwait to Sharm el Sheikh also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sharm el Sheikh to Kuwait?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Sharm El Sheikh Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.