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Hand luggage for Kuwait Airways is different for each travel class for its weight. The size of any piece of cabin baggage, however, should not exceed the dimensions of 56 x 46 x 25 cm (22 x 18 x 9 inches). In addition to the following hand baggage allowances, each passenger is allowed a personal item, of items such as a handbag, briefcase, umbrella, blanket, camera or reading material.

The weight and number of items for checked baggage is determined by the class flying of the passenger. In addition to the following allowances, passengers who are part of the Oasis Club may be entitled to additional items of baggage onboard a Kuwait Airways' flight.

Passengers may be subject to additional charges if they have more than their allocated baggage allowance. This means that if there are additional pieces, weight or oversized baggage, you will have to pay for them at the airport.

Kuwait Economy Class offers comfortable settings with a range of facilities to enjoy for the budget traveller.

Economy Class Facilities

Kuwait Airways Economy Class facilities include entertainment options, with up-to-date films and music that can be played on the entertainment systems placed on the rear of seats.

Hot meals are available as a starter, main and dessert and a selection of beverages. You can choose from three halal meals, and there is no pork available due to religious reasons. Breakfast is also provided with a pastry, coffee, tea two hours before your arrival.

Baggage for economy class passengers is the least for all classes, but is still very generous. See above for the 'Baggage' section for more details and specifications.

A blanket and pillow are also included in Economy Class.

The staff in economy are well-trained and friendly, meaning the whole experience in economy is comfortable and enjoyable.

Economy Class Seating

Seating in economy is comfortable and individual seat selection can be requested at check-in for a small fee. You can also request an extra seat if you are carrying musical instruments or various other elements. The extra seat request will be charged.

Business Class Facilities

Before flying, relax in the exclusive business lounge. On-board Kuwait Business Class, make the most of complementary services, including movies, meals and beverages.

Business Class Seating

Relax in your comfortable seats, an upgrade from Economy. Complimentary amenities include blankets, headsets for viewing movies, and sleeping​ blinds.

If you wish to upgrade your ticket to Business or First Class, you should contact a KAC sales office or at the KAC sales counter at the airport.

First Class Facilities

In Kuwait first class, passengers get all the amenities of Business Class, such as the airport lounge and premium meals, beverages and blankets for the plane. In addition, Kuwait Airways offers Limousine Services to first-class passengers at London Airport.

First Class Seating

Enjoy your privacy in Kuwait Air's first class with enclosed suites, and relax in your fully reclinable seat with luxurious Arabic coffee.

The Royal Class is the airline's own name for its long-haul first class.

Royal Class Facilities

Passengers travelling in Royal Class can get all of the above in First Class, as well as a dedicated check-in line at the airport for fast-tracked services. At the airport, passengers will also have access to the First Class Lounge, with drinks, snacks and a buffet available. Passengers can enjoy the attentive staff in Royal Class, with a high ratio of staff to passengers.

Food in Royal Class is of the most optimum quality and taste, with options for the main course to suit your taste.

Royal Class Seating

Passengers enjoy a private suite on board the plane, with large and comfortable leather chairs which can recline.

WiFi is available to purchase on some Kuwait Airways flights, depending on the flight and aircraft used. These services can be paid for onboard the flight.

Passengers on Kuwait Air can check in online from the comfort of their own homes between 24 hours and 3 hours before the flight departure time. To do this, head to the online check-in service on the airline's website and follow the directions to check in online, view and change your seats, and print or download your e-ticket/boarding pass. For this service, you will need your flight number, destination, family name, booking confirmation and passport information.

If you are unable to check in for your flight online, you can do so upon arrival at the airport. Please be aware that each airport and flight has different check-in opening times, so be sure to check the time for your flight on the airline website, so that you do not miss the check-in deadline. Generally, the airports open their check-in desks around 3 hours before your flight and close them around 1 hour before departure time.

Kuwait Airways offer complimentary meals on their flights. What is offered will depend on the flight duration, departure time and destination. A standard menu is offered to passengers on board the plane, so passengers will not be able to view their meal before flying.

Kuwait Airways offer passengers with special dietary needs the ability to order a special meal. Special meals must be ordered at the time of booking, online via the Kuwait Airways website allowing plenty of time before flying or by contacting Alternative Airlines customer service team. All meals served onboard are halal meals.The following is a list of all special meals available to order for religious, dietary or medical reasons:

• Bland Meal
• Child’s Meal
• Diabetic Meal
• Hindu Meal
• Jain Meal
• Low-calorie Meal
• Low fat Meal
• Low-gluten Meal
• Non-Lactose Meal
• Low Salt Meal
• Seafood Meal
• Fruit Platter (FPML)
• Vegetarian Hindu meal
• Vegetarian Oriental meal
• Vegetarian Lacto-Ovo meal
• Vegetarian Vegan meal

Kuwait Airways provide all passengers with a complimentary drinks service on board. However, no alcohol is to be served or consumed on board, regardless of a destination.