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Established in 1954, Kuwait Airways initially served limited routes, including Jerusalem, Damascus, Abadan, and Beirut. However, Kuwait's national airline and flag carrier soon expanded its reach. Operating from its main base of Kuwait International Airport, Kuwait Airways connects its flights to plenty of domestic and international destinations to Kuwait City, including destinations throughout the Middle East, Europe, Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, and North America. With its vision to ensure the highest level of safety and deliver unparalleled services, Kuwait Airways has become a prominent airline choice among its customers. Moreover, the airline offers the best-in-class services to its passengers by offering them premium products.  

What Is The Online Process To Book A Flight On Kuwait Airways?

Kuwait Airways aims to provide first-class services to its passengers, which are not limited to the flights and airport services but also extended from the start of their journey with them, which begins from the time one decides to book their flight. Thus, one of the easiest and most efficient ways to book a flight with Kuwait Airways is through online, which can be done by:

• Go to the official website of Kuwait Airways at kuwaitairways.com
• On the home page of the website, provide them with basic travel information, including destinations, travel date, and passenger information, and click on "Find Flights".
• The website will provide you with the various flight options available for your itinerary, of which you can select one according to your preference. 
• Click on the flight you want to fly on, select the flight fare class, and click "Search".
• Provide them with the necessary passenger information and contact details, and click on "Continue".
• Add any additional services you want on the flight, including seat selection and meal options.
• Pay for the flight tickets and receive a confirmed ticket at your registered email address.  

What Is Kuwait Airways' Online Check-in Policy?

With the increasing demand and popularity of the digital world, Kuwait Airways has expanded its online operation and, thus, started providing an online check-in. However, it is essential to know about some essential online check-in policies before using it to avoid any kinds of mishaps and presumptions, which can be seen as follows:

• You can do online check-in for a Kuwait Airways flight only if you have confirmed the e-ticketed booking.
• You are not eligible for online check-in if you travel as an unaccompanied minor, travel in a group of 10 or more in a single PNR booking, or apply for medical assistance. 
• The airline allows you to perform check-in between 24 and 3 hours before the flight's scheduled departure.
• To check-in, you must keep your flight number, destination, last name, booking reference number, and passport information handy. 
• Online check-in lets you view/change seats, receive check-in confirmation, and print e-receipt.  

What Is The Process For Online Check-In With Kuwait Airways? 

In this fast-paced and hectic world environment, passengers may be late for their flights or just not want to wait in long queues, making them need an alternative check-in option apart from counter check-in. Kuwait Airways recognises the passenger's desire and, thus, provides them with an easy way to check in online in the following simple steps: 

• Visit the official website of Kuwait Airways at kuwaitairways.com
• Click on "Online Check-in" under the "Manage" section.
• Fill out your identification type, booking reference number, and last name of the passenger, and click on "Check-in".
• You can make changes to your seat on the open itinerary.
• Follow the further instructions and make a final check-in.
• Receive the e-boarding pass at your registered e-mail address. 

How Do You Cancel Or Change Your Kuwait Airways Flight?

To get cheap flights, passengers usually try to book them as early as possible. However, sometimes, as the days near the journey approach, passengers may seem to cancel or change the plan for their pre-booked flights due to some unavoidable circumstances. Thus, learning about the process of cancelling or changing your Kuwait Airways flight beforehand is necessary to avoid surprises while making such changes, which include:

• Visit the Kuwait Airways official website.
• Click the "Modify or Upgrade" option in the "Manage" section.
• Enter your e-ticket number and last name, and click "Retrieve Booking."
• Go to "My Trips" on the open itinerary. 
• Select the flight you want to change or cancel. 
• Make the desired changes and proceed to the payment requested.
• Receive a new itinerary for a change flight. 

Describe Kuwait Airways' Baggage Policy

Packing bags is always hectic, whether you're going on a long weekend or a short business trip. You may want to pack a lot of stuff you think will be needed during your trip, making your bag weigh a lot. But Kuwait Airways has some baggage policies to which you should adhere to avoid paying unnecessary excess fees for your baggage, making your previously cost-efficient trip costly, including:

• Carry-on baggage allowance- Each passenger can carry one carry-on bag with a maximum weight of 11 kg, whose dimensions should be limited to 22 X 18 X 10 cm, and one additional item, which can include a ladies' purse, briefcase, blanket, umbrella, small camera, or a duty-free item purchased on the day of your flight, onboard irrespective of your fare class. 
• Checked-in standard baggage policy—Regardless of the destination you are reaching, Kuwait Airways allows every individual in Royal and First Class to bring three pieces of luggage, each weighing 32 kg. Business class and economy class (excluding fare classes V and T) passengers can take two pieces of luggage, each weighing 32 and 23 kg, respectively. Whereas Economy Class passengers with fare tickets V and T can take only one bag, whose weight can't exceed 23 kg. Additionally, infants can also bring a bag of 10 kg, whose dimensions should stick to 45 inches or 115 cm. 
• Excess checked-in baggage policy and fees—Kuwait Airways charges between 25 and 95 KWD for every additional piece of luggage, based on the flight route. For every oversized or overweight bag exceeding the standard baggage limit, you must pay between 10 and 38 KWD, depending on the flight route. However, the airline won't accept any bag measuring above 250 cm or 98 inches.

What Are The General Conditions For Adding Baggage Online On Flights With Kuwait Airways?

It may be possible that after removing all the unnecessary items from your baggage, the weight or size of your bags still exceeds Kuwait Airways' standard check-in baggage policy. Even in these circumstances, you don't need to be stressed out, as Kuwait Airways provides some facile conditions to apply for the excess baggage, which can be seen as follows: 

• You are allowed to purchase your additional bag till 24 hours before the scheduled flight. 
• You can easily purchase excess baggage on a Kuwait Airways flight through its website, mobile app, or by calling its customer care service. 
• You can also purchase your extra baggage during online check-in. 
• Booking your additional luggage 24 hours in advance can save you up to 15% on standard excess baggage fees. 
• Economy cabin passengers can add 23 kg of excess baggage online, whereas other fare classes can add 32 kg of excess baggage. 
• You can't pre-book additional bags for oversized or overweight luggage or special baggage, such as musical instruments or sports equipment. 
• The pre-booking baggage fee is not refundable in case of a "no-show" or if the passenger fails to present it at check-in counters.  
• However, you can use the pre-paid excess baggage fee for any future flights with Kuwait Airways, provided that you have to use it within one year of the issuance of the service. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: I don't have any surname on my passport. What should I enter as my last name while booking a ticket?

If your passport has only one name, you can enter First Name Unknown (FNU) and enter your name as your last name to book a flight on Kuwait Airways.  

Question: How do I receive my ticket after booking online?

After you complete your flight booking, Kuwait Airways will mail an e-ticket to the email address you provided while booking the ticket. 

Question: What is the benefit of online check-in?

You can directly proceed to Passport Control through online check-in without reporting and waiting in long queues at the check-in counters. 

Question: Is the online check-in facility available at all stations?

No, the online check-in facility is unavailable at all stations and can only be used at specific stations that accept the e-boarding pass.  

Question: Can my infant carry its own checked baggage without paying excess baggage fees?

Yes, Kuwait Airways allowed infants to carry baggage weighing 10 kg as checked-in baggage without paying any excess baggage fees.

Question: Do I have to recheck my baggage if I have a connecting flight with another airline?

You are not required to recheck your baggage, provided you have made both bookings in one ticket. 

Question: Do I benefit from pre-booking my excess baggage online rather than buying it at the airport counter?

Yes, Kuwait Airways offers a 15% discount on pre-booking your excess baggage compared to the standard fees for buying it at the airport counters, provided that you purchase it 24 hours before your scheduled flight.