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 Kuwait Car Rental Mini Guide

Benefits of Driving in Kuwait:

Driving in Kuwait offers several benefits for travelers looking to explore this Middle Eastern country. With well-maintained roads and a modern infrastructure, Kuwait provides a convenient environment for road trips. One of the main advantages is the flexibility it offers, allowing you to visit various cultural, historical, and natural attractions at your own pace. From the bustling capital city of Kuwait City to the serene desert landscapes, having a car provides the freedom to explore both urban and rural areas. Kuwait's compact size means that many of its attractions are within a few hours' drive of each other, making it easy to cover a lot of ground in a single day. Additionally, rental cars provide comfort and privacy, allowing you to travel comfortably with family or friends.

Safety and Distances from Main Airports:

Kuwait places a strong emphasis on road safety, and its road network is generally well-maintained. However, it's important to be aware of local driving habits and traffic regulations. Seat belts are mandatory for all passengers, and mobile phone use while driving is prohibited. Speed limits are strictly enforced, with highways typically having a maximum speed limit of 120 km/h (75 mph).

  • Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Kuwait City: Approximately 16 kilometers (10 miles), taking around 15-20 minutes.

  • Mina Abdullah to Fahaheel (within Kuwait): Approximately 30 kilometers (19 miles), taking around 25-35 minutes.

  • Salmi Border Crossing to Basra (Iraq): Approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles), taking around 1 hour and 15 minutes to cross the border.

  • Abdali Border Crossing to Abdali (Iraq): Approximately 20 kilometers (12 miles), taking around 25-30 minutes to cross the border.

Kuwait's road infrastructure is designed for convenience, and the country's small size means that you can access key destinations relatively quickly. While driving in Kuwait is generally safe, it's essential to drive defensively, follow local traffic laws, and be aware of the unique driving culture in the region.


Cheapest car hire in Kuwait

Kia Cerato

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.07 EUR/day
Kia Cerato

7 Days rental at 182.50 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 27.55 EUR/day
Hyundai Accent

7 Days rental at 192.89 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 27.55 EUR/day
Hyundai Accent

7 Days rental at 192.89 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai Accent

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 27.55 EUR/day
Hyundai Accent

7 Days rental at 192.89 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Kia Cerato

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 27.95 EUR/day
Kia Cerato

7 Days rental at 195.69 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Honda Civic

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 34.13 EUR/day
Honda Civic

7 Days rental at 238.97 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai Creta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 41.78 EUR/day
Hyundai Creta

7 Days rental at 292.46 EUR from 23/10/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai Creta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 41.78 EUR/day
Hyundai Creta

7 Days rental at 292.46 EUR from 23/10/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai Creta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 41.78 EUR/day
Hyundai Creta

7 Days rental at 292.46 EUR from 23/10/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Chevrolet Malibu

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 48.47 EUR/day
Chevrolet Malibu

7 Days rental at 339.34 EUR from 23/10/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mitsubishi Pajero

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 59.46 EUR/day
Mitsubishi Pajero

7 Days rental at 416.23 EUR from 23/10/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mitsubishi Pajero

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 61.34 EUR/day
Mitsubishi Pajero

7 Days rental at 429.42 EUR from 23/10/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Chevrolet Tahoe

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 94.97 EUR/day
Chevrolet Tahoe

7 Days rental at 664.84 EUR from 23/10/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Chevrolet Tahoe

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 102.05 EUR/day
Chevrolet Tahoe

7 Days rental at 714.41 EUR from 23/10/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

BMW 7 Series

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 241.97 EUR/day
BMW 7 Series

7 Days rental at 1693.83 EUR from 23/10/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

BMW 7 Series

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 241.97 EUR/day
BMW 7 Series

7 Days rental at 1693.83 EUR from 23/10/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

BMW 7 Series

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 241.97 EUR/day
BMW 7 Series

7 Days rental at 1693.83 EUR from 23/10/2023

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Kia K5

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 32.02 EUR/day
Kia K5

7 Days rental at 224.15 EUR from 23/10/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Kia K5

5 Adults, 4 Doors

From 33.90 EUR/day
Kia K5

7 Days rental at 237.30 EUR from 23/10/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Kia Sportage

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 40.29 EUR/day
Kia Sportage

7 Days rental at 282.04 EUR from 23/10/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Kia Sportage

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 44.31 EUR/day
Kia Sportage

7 Days rental at 310.23 EUR from 23/10/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Kia Sportage

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 44.31 EUR/day
Kia Sportage

7 Days rental at 310.23 EUR from 23/10/2023

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Top tips when hiring a car in Kuwait

  • Drive on the right-hand side of the road in Kuwait, the steering wheel is on the left side of the car
  • Fixed and mobile speed cameras are widely used in Kuwait, stick to the speed limits
  • Speed limits are in Km/h with a maximum of 120km/h on the motorways
  • Kuwait has a zero tolerance approach to drink driving, alcohol is illegal in Kuwait anyway
  • City streets can be very busy and congested and local driving may appear aggressive at times
 

Popular car hire destinations in Kuwait

Laws and rules of the road when driving in Kuwait

  •  

    R

    Road Driving Side

  •  

    45kph

    Urban speed Limit

  •  

    50-80kph

    Rural Speed Limit

  •  

    120kph

    Motorway Speed Limit

  •  

      /Ltr

    Current Petrol Price

  •  

    0mg

    Drink Drive Limit

  •  

    KWD

    Currency

  •  

    NO

    Tolls

  •  

    21

    Min Rental Age

    18

    Min Driving Age

  •  

    Front and Rear

    Seatbelts

  •  

    Fixed and Mobile

    Speed Cameras

  •  

    Hands Free Only

    Mobile Phones

Car rental agent statistics in Kuwait

  • 5.7/10
    Highest rated agent:
    SIXT
  • 5.7/10
    Lowest rated agent:
    SIXT
  • 21
    Total number of reviews in
    Kuwait
  • 3
    Most Locations in Kuwait:
    SIXT
  • 14
    Average wait time
    (Min.)
  • 7
    Total rental companies
     

Average prices per day for car hire in Kuwait

ItemPercent
January€ 29
February€ 29
March€ 29
April€ 27
May€ 29
June€ 28
July€ 29
August€ 29
September€ 29
October€ 28
November€ 28
December€ 29
ItemPercent
January€ 35
February€ 36
March€ 34
April€ 32
May€ 34
June€ 36
July€ 37
August€ 36
September€ 37
October€ 36
November€ 35
December€ 33
ItemPercent
January€ 80
February€ 91
March€ 99
April€ 98
May€ 88
June€ 83
July€ 84
August€ 82
September€ 83
October€ 84
November€ 82
December€ 86
ItemPercent
January€ 47
February€ 48
March€ 46
April€ 46
May€ 46
June€ 46
July€ 47
August€ 45
September€ 45
October€ 44
November€ 44
December€ 45
ItemPercent
January€ 132
February€ 123
March€ 130
April€ 135
May€ 137
June€ 134
July€ 132
August€ 129
September€ 135
October€ 140
November€ 134
December€ 127
ItemPercent
January€ 49
February€ 51
March€ 49
April€ 52
May€ 49
June€ 49
July€ 47
August€ 47
September€ 47
October€ 48
November€ 49
December€ 49
ItemPercent
January€ 99
February€ 107
March€ 105
April€ 111
May€ 106
June€ 95
July€ 97
August€ 93
September€ 93
October€ 95
November€ 98
December€ 94
ItemPercent
*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices.

Fuel prices in Kuwait

DieselUnleaded
Oct , 2022

€ 0.37

€ 0.34

Nov , 2022

€ 0.37

€ 0.34

Dec , 2022

€ 0.36

€ 0.33

Jan , 2023

€ 0.35

€ 0.32

Feb , 2023

€ 0.35

€ 0.32

Mar , 2023

€ 0.36

€ 0.32

Apr , 2023

€ 0.34

€ 0.31

May , 2023

€ 0.35

€ 0.32

Jun , 2023

€ 0.35

€ 0.32

Jul , 2023

€ 0.34

€ 0.31

Aug , 2023

€ 0.34

€ 0.31

Sep , 2023

€ 0.35

€ 0.32

Month, YearDiesel €/ltrUnleaded €/ltr
Sep , 2023 0.35 0.32
Aug , 2023 0.34 0.31
Jul , 2023 0.34 0.31
Jun , 2023 0.35 0.32
May , 2023 0.35 0.32
Apr , 2023 0.34 0.31
Mar , 2023 0.36 0.32
Feb , 2023 0.35 0.32
Jan , 2023 0.35 0.32
Dec , 2022 0.36 0.33
Nov , 2022 0.37 0.34
Oct , 2022 0.37 0.34

Car rental price statistics in Kuwait

  • € 182.49
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • € 241.97
    Highest daily price:
    BMW 7 Series
  • 44
    Total cars available
     
  • 5
    Most popular model:
    Kia Sportage
  • 21
    Location with most cars:
    Kuwait Airport
  • € 26.1 per day
    Cheapest daily price:
    BUDGET - Kuwait - Ardiya
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