Kuwait Airport to close check in counters 90 mins before departure
- GCC and Arab countries check-in counters close 1 hour before departure
- All other international destinations check-in counters close one-and-half hour before departure
- Passengers are advised to arrive well in advance to complete all travel formalities before the closure deadlines
The Public Authority of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced new check-in counter closure times for passengers traveling through Kuwait International Airport, with the revised procedures set to take effect from June 1, 2026.
According to an official notice issued by the DGCA, the move is part of efforts to improve operational efficiency, facilitate smoother passenger processing, and ensure flights depart on schedule during periods of increasing travel demand.
Under the new regulations, passengers traveling to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and other Arab destinations must complete check-in procedures at least one hour before their scheduled departure time, as check-in counters will close exactly 60 minutes prior to takeoff.
For passengers traveling to all other international destinations, check-in counters will close one hour and 30 minutes before departure, requiring travelers to arrive at the airport well in advance to complete check-in, baggage drop-off, and security procedures.
The DGCA urged all passengers to take note of the revised timings and plan their journeys accordingly, particularly during peak travel periods and holiday seasons when airports typically experience higher passenger volumes.
Aviation officials emphasized that passengers arriving after the designated check-in closure times may not be permitted to complete travel procedures or board their flights, even if they hold confirmed reservations.
