Kuwait Airways to launch Colombo operations from April 15

Kuwait Airways, the national carrier of the State of Kuwait, will commence flight operations to Colombo from April 15, enhancing air connectivity between Kuwait and Sri Lanka.

The new service, operating weekly every Wednesday, is expected to meet growing travel demand while providing passengers with greater convenience and access to the airline’s expanding global network.

According to the announced schedule, flights will depart Kuwait at 01:30 hrs and arrive in Colombo at 18:05 hrs, while return flights will leave Colombo at 19:05 hrs and arrive in Kuwait at 03:30 hrs.

In addition, Kuwait Airways will offer a complimentary Saudi Arabia transit visa facility for eligible passengers, allowing smoother travel via the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Passengers must hold valid Kuwaiti residency and a passport with more than six months’ validity to qualify.

For bookings and inquiries, passengers and trade partners can contact the Kuwait Airways sales team in Colombo via email at cmbrr.gsa@kuwaitairways.com or through the provided telephone numbers 011 2272142/ 0112272143 or +94 77 2756420