Airline
Kuwait Airways (KU)
Independent guide to Kuwait Airways (KU) with overview of cabins, Oasis Club tiers, fleet, routes, and what to expect when flying via Kuwait.
IATAKUICAOKACDestinations62Fleet31Skytrax3/5
At a Glance
IATA CodeKU
ICAO CodeKAC
AllianceIndependent Carrier
Hub AirportsKWIKuwait City
CountryKuwait
Fleet Size31
Hubs
Kuwait Airways Hub Airports
Primary hub and focus city airports.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓Competitive pricing on many routes to and from the Middle East and South Asia
- ✓Complimentary checked baggage and meals included on most tickets
- ✓Modern cabins and improved comfort on newer aircraft such as the Boeing 777‑300ER and Airbus A330neo
- ✓Convenient hub for connections between Europe, the Indian Subcontinent, and the Gulf region
- ✓Oasis Club frequent‑flyer program with multiple elite tiers
Cons
- ✗Product consistency can vary between newer and older aircraft
- ✗Limited global alliance partnerships compared with major network carriers
- ✗Service quality and punctuality reports are mixed across different routes
- ✗In‑flight entertainment and cabin interiors on some older aircraft may feel dated
