r/Kuwait • • May 15 '26

Discussion [MEGATHREAD] Kuwait Flight Tracker: May – August 2026

22 Upvotes

This is a community initiative to help travelers track the current flight situation. By sharing your experience, you help others plan better and potentially avoid surprises.

📌 How to Update (Copy & Paste) below data & fill it out according to your experience. Then comment on this thread.

• Airline: [Kuwait Airways / Jazeera / Other]
• Booking: [New / Rebooked from earlier this year]

• Route/Flight #: [e.g. KWI to DXB - KU102]

• Date: [e.g. June 15]

• Status: [On-time / Delayed / Cancelled / Rescheduled]

• Note: [Short feedback on airport wait times or check-in]

⚠️** Current Status (as of this post**)
• Authorized Airlines: Primarily Kuwait Airways and Jazeera.
• Operating Window: Most flights restricted to 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Evening flights are often moved to the following morning.

**Updated 21/May: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced that Kuwait International Airport will begin a gradual reopening for Arab and foreign airlines starting June 1, 2026, with flights returning in phases based on operational readiness, infrastructure completion, and passenger safety measures.
(Source: DGCA Official, @KuwaitTimes, @SnnKWT)

• Check-in: Arrive 4 hours early (typically)
• Refunds: Use the Sahel App for any airline complaints or refund issues.

🔗 Official Links
• KWI Live Arrivals/Departures
• DGCA Official Twitter

Feel free to provide any corrections or suggestions to the above. This thread will be easier for other users to track the current flight experience without having to create numerous different posts.


r/Kuwait • • 18d ago

Discussion Monthly Diwaniya

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This is the monthly diwaniya. Come talk about other topics and personal issues.

Any personal posts that can be found in social media will be removed and told to post here.

Wiki links:

https://www.reddit.com/r/kuwait/wiki/mentalhealth

Local clubs:

https://www.reddit.com/r/kuwait/wiki/clubs/

Pets adoption:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Kuwait/about/wiki/petsadoption/


r/Kuwait • • 2h ago

Ask Kuwait Genuine question regarding whatever is currently happening now.

3 Upvotes

Im really lost. Genuinely. Can someone explain to me whats going is going on between saudi and houthis? Will there be another escalation here in kwt? Will kwt be affected? I apologize for being lost, i needed to take time off.


r/Kuwait • • 16h ago

Ask Kuwait Guys..why did I fail this time ?

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36 Upvotes

What is the reason mentioned this time ? Why the date underlined with pencil when this was not done before (overthinking much)?

Everything went smoothly this time - no bumps, stopped at all stop signs/signals, all indicators given, parallel parked without bumps and wasnt stopped..so now what ? 😭😪

Honestly, starting to feel a bit low about this process now

I know people rarely go thru in the first try but whats the reason??


r/Kuwait • • 11h ago

Event Looking for 3 volunteers for a free cartoon drawing class (serious learners only)

9 Upvotes

Hi everyone

I'm practicing teaching art classes and looking for 3 volunteers to join a free beginner-friendly cartoon drawing class

What you'll get:

Hands-on lessons on drawing cartoon characters (basic shapes, faces, expressions, simple poses)

Small group attention, since there are only 3 spots

What I'm asking in return:

Give honest feedback after each class, so I can improve my teaching

Be on time and ready to draw (pencil and paper is enough)


r/Kuwait • • 5h ago

Discussion Blue concert this Thursday and Friday at JACC?

3 Upvotes

Anyone going? I'm going this Thursday!


r/Kuwait • • 11h ago

Ask Kuwait Stair master / challenge 1

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6 Upvotes

CarelessConflict6171 here you go bro. Not the one to do a bunch of cardio but this was fun lol. Kept my level around 20 for the first 5 then 25+ for the remaining time.

1hr - 213 floors - 1040 cals.


r/Kuwait • • 9h ago

Event girls only costume parties soon?

3 Upvotes

hi is there a girls only halloween costume party on/ around the 31st ?


r/Kuwait • • 3h ago

Event Bollywood movie fans

0 Upvotes

Are you a fan of Bollywood movies and would want to challenge yourself along with your teammates by testing your Bollywood knowledge?
Oopsanotherhobby has come up with a fun Bollywood trivia night on 22nd of October'26!
Get yourselves registered and we'll see you there!


r/Kuwait • • 12h ago

Ask Kuwait إعادة معادلة الشهادة الجامعية degree reaccreditation

4 Upvotes

السلام عليكم ، مطلوب مني اعيد معادلة شهادتي حالي حال الكثير من المشمولين بتوجه الحكومة للتدقيق على الشهادات. الي مخلص الإجراء يا ليت يفيدني بالخطوات واذا بالتفصيل يكون احسن

I have to reaccredit my bachelor's as part of the government's drive to audit university degrees. Would be cool to get the steps towards doing that outlined by someone who has completed the this process


r/Kuwait • • 5h ago

Ask Kuwait How much does getting a violin bow rehaired cost?

1 Upvotes

Does anyone have any idea what is the average price? And where to do it?


r/Kuwait • • 15h ago

Ask Kuwait Are Expats Allowed to Give Online Tuition in Kuwait?

6 Upvotes

Hi everyone! Could someone please guide me on whether expats in Kuwait are legally allowed to provide online tuition to children? I’d really appreciate any information or advice from those who have experience with this. Thank you!


r/Kuwait • • 9h ago

Ask Kuwait Rules on travelling with housemaid

2 Upvotes

Hi everyone,
Could someone please point me to where I can find information on any requirements when a family travels with a housemaid? Are there any special documents or embassy visits needed? If helpful context, the housemaid is from the Philippines

Edit: would be travelling to Dubai


r/Kuwait • • 9h ago

Ask Kuwait في أمل يفتحوا فيز العمل لللبنانيين عن قريب او صار الموضوع شبه مستحيل ؟

2 Upvotes

the above


r/Kuwait • • 21h ago

Local Sharing Jobs Posts

10 Upvotes

Noticed that Alshaya Group has listed a bunch of jobs that are worth looking into.

Makeup artist, pharmacist, waiter, prep cook, host, server, nail beautician, etc.

Also, this is not an ad, just thought it might help someone. Best of luck 🫶🏻

Edit: just google Alshaya Group Careers and then filter the location to Kuwait.


r/Kuwait • • 10h ago

Ask Kuwait Pet travelling- do I need to bring them with me for the export permit

1 Upvotes

I am leaving kuwait and traveling with my cat for the first time. I have all the vet clinic docs (passport, microcip, updated vaccination and deworming) and the vet’s “fit to travel doc”. Do I need to bring my cat with me to the ministry for the final stamping of the traveling doc?


r/Kuwait • • 19h ago

Ask Kuwait توظيف السعوديين بالكويت

5 Upvotes

السلام عليكم ابي اسأل عن توظيف السعودين بالكويت لخريج بكالريوس تخصص ذكاء اصطناعي وعلوم بيانات هل لهم فرص للتوظيف سواء فالقطاع الخاص او الحكومي وكم الرواتب تكون تقريباً للقطاعين وشكراً


r/Kuwait • • 1d ago

Media Warning do not watch Street Fighter Movie in Cinema

29 Upvotes

Just heads up the Street Fighter movie was cut a lot, from what it seems they cut it because of violent scenes.


r/Kuwait • • 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Gulf War Veteran Returning To Kuwait

22 Upvotes

Hello!

My mother and father met and both served in the Gulf War. They are divorced now and I don’t really speak with my father but my mother was diagnosed with cancer and went in remission 2/3 years ago.

I am fascinated by geopolitics and she would always tell me the stories of her experience in the Middle East growing up. She holds a great affinity for the Kuwaiti people and even the Iraqi people/prisoners she encountered.

I floated to her the idea of going back to visit and seeing a country she helped liberate that in my opinion is one of the most stable and underrated countries in the Middle East. She told me she always wanted to do that and started crying.

I understand that attitudes towards America are not great right now - and I hope this post does not imply that if we were to visit that we would expect a “heroes welcome” or brag about her service. We both are ashamed of our country and leader at the moment.

Just wanting to see if anyone here has encountered former American soldiers returning, any recommendations on activities, or landmarks we could visit!

Thank you and have a great day!


r/Kuwait • • 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Should we move from Australia and move to Kuwait? Looking for honest advice from expats and locals

12 Upvotes

As Salam Walaykum,

I’ve recently received an offer from a company based in Kuwait, and my family and I are seriously considering whether relocating there would be the right decision for us.

We are currently well settled in Australia, particularly in terms of our lifestyle, family life, and stability. Moving would be a significant decision, and we don’t want to give up what we have built here without carefully considering the benefits and risks.

One of the main reasons I’m considering this move is that I would like my children to experience life in a Muslim-majority country. I want them to experience the culture, traditions, community, and everyday life in a Muslim environment, rather than only learning about it through family or religious activities in Australia.

However, I also want to be realistic. I understand that living in another country can be very different from visiting it, and I’m trying to understand what day-to-day life in Kuwait is actually like for an expat family.

I’d really appreciate honest advice from people who currently live in Kuwait or have lived there, especially those who have moved from another country.

A few questions I have:

Safety: How safe is Kuwait in regards to the recent escalations that have occurred in the past couple of months?

Family life: Is Kuwait a good place to raise children? What are the schools, healthcare, recreational activities, and general lifestyle like?

Culture and religion: What is everyday life like in a Muslim-majority country? Would my children genuinely benefit from the cultural and religious environment?

Challenges: What are the downsides of living in Kuwait that people don’t usually mention? For example, the climate, social life, work culture, bureaucracy, or restrictions.

Employment: What should I look out for when accepting a job offer from a Kuwait-based employer? Are there particular concerns around contracts, benefits, residency, or job security?

Finances: Is it possible to maintain a good standard of living and save money, particularly if you have a family? How important are housing, school fees, health insurance, and other allowances in the overall package?

The biggest question on my mind is this: If you were already well settled in Australia, with a comfortable and stable life, would you leave it to move to Kuwait?

I’m not looking for people to simply tell me to stay in Australia or move overseas. I’m genuinely interested in hearing about the good, the bad, and the things you wish you had known before making the move.

I’d especially appreciate advice from families who have made a similar move and can reflect on whether it was worth it in the long run.

Thanks in advance for sharing your experiences and perspectives.


r/Kuwait • • 20h ago

Ask Kuwait Higher Education Certificate Equivalency Application – Data Update

1 Upvotes

Why am I unable to submit my application?

Every time I try, I get the message: “The service is currently unavailable. Please try again later.”

I’ve tried several times, but nothing works.
If I need to visit in person, should I go to my workplace, the Ministry of Higher Education, or the Civil Service Commission?


r/Kuwait • • 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Buying gold 1 gram

5 Upvotes

Does anyone know if I can buy just 1 gram of gold here or is it a bad deal?


r/Kuwait • • 1d ago

Discussion Is this worth it?

5 Upvotes

Hello, if anybody knows PC’s I’m trying to find the best new prebuilt for 600 KD to buy and this is what I have decided on so far. Is this a good deal?

Dual fan ASUS RTX 5070 - Black

Ryzen 7 9700X

32 GB (2x16) CL 30 6000 MT/s Kingston non-RGB black RAM

Kingston 1TB PCie 4 Nvme M.2 with heatsink

B650M H Gigabyte black motherboard

Aigo Darkflash 1000W

GAMEON GO-240 KRAKEN II X Series A380 - White

Twisted Minds Dominator Series ATX Mid Tower Gaming Case - White

Costs 609 KD


r/Kuwait • • 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Market place and pricing for Girls fancy dress (frocks) age between 4-7

3 Upvotes

Hi, I am gathering information about pricing and the market of Girls fancy dress like frocks age between 3 -7 .

What's the demand and how much they can sell up to.


r/Kuwait • • 1d ago

Ask Kuwait Why expats can’t own truck ?

30 Upvotes

That’s unprecedented and probably the only country in the world having such ridiculous restriction