Jazeera Airways

Q: What are Jazeera Airways' airline codes?

Jazeera Airways' IATA code is J9 , its ICAO code is JZR , and its callsign is JAZEERA .

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Jazeera Airways is a Kuwaiti low-cost airline based at Kuwait International Airport. This guide covers its hub, network, fleet, fares, baggage, check-in and airport transportation.

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Aircraft: 70
Destinations: KWI
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About Jazeera Airways

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Official name: Jazeera Airways Co. K.S.C.P.
Callsign: JAZEERA
Country: Kuwait
Founded: 2004 (first flight on 30 October 2005)
Parent company: Boodai Group (main shareholder)
Head office: Kuwait International Airport, Kuwait
Alliance: None
Frequent-flyer program: No points-based program; Jazeera Savers is a paid discount membership club
Official website: jazeeraairways.com

Jazeera Airways is a low-cost airline based in Kuwait. It was established in 2004, began flying on 30 October 2005, and has its head office at Kuwait International Airport. The company is listed in Kuwait, and its main shareholder is the Boodai Group. It is not a member of an airline alliance.

Its hub is Kuwait International Airport, where the airline operates its own terminal, Jazeera Terminal 5 (T5). From Kuwait it serves a network of more than 70 destinations in the Middle East, Central and South Asia, Africa and Europe, with routes to India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Egypt, the Gulf states, Turkey and the Caucasus, plus seasonal flights to Europe.

The fleet is made up of 22 Airbus A320ceo and A320neo aircraft, with A320neo and A321neo jets on order.

Network

Where Jazeera Airways flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season. Jazeera Airways flies point to point from Kuwait, and passengers between other cities connect in Kuwait.

India, Sri Lanka and South Asia

Flights from Kuwait to Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram and Ahmedabad, plus Colombo, Kathmandu, Dhaka, Lahore and Islamabad.

Gulf and Saudi Arabia

Short flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Bahrain, Jeddah, Riyadh and Medina.

Egypt

Cairo, Alexandria and other cities in Egypt.

Turkey and the Caucasus

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and Tbilisi.

Europe

Seasonal flights to European cities, including winter flights to Prague and Krakow from December 2026.

Aircraft

Jazeera Airways fleet

Jazeera Airways flies an all-Airbus A320-family fleet of 22 aircraft, with 18 A320neo and 8 A321neo on order for delivery from late 2026. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Airbus A320neo

The newer part of the fleet, used across the network from Kuwait.

Airbus A320ceo

Used on regional and medium-haul routes alongside the A320neo.

On order

A320neo and A321neo aircraft, due from late 2026.

On board

Jazeera Airways cabin classes

Jazeera Airways is a low-cost airline. Most flights have a single economy cabin sold in fare bundles; what is included depends on the fare and route.

Basic

Includes a cabin bag. Seat selection and checked bags are extra.

Comfort

Adds a checked bag and a standard seat.

Flex and Flex Plus

Larger checked allowances, a choice of standard, preferred or premium seats, more flexible changes and priority services.

Business

Offered only on flights to and from Cairo, with a larger checked allowance, a premium seat and priority services.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

Jazeera Airways baggage allowances depend on the fare bundle and route. The allowance that applies is the one shown in your booking.

Carry-on

Every fare includes a cabin bag. Size and weight limits depend on fare and are shown during booking; extra hand baggage can be added.

Checked baggage

Basic fares do not include a checked bag. Comfort includes one, and Flex, Flex Plus and Business include higher allowances.

Special items

Oversized and special items must be pre-booked. Check the official Jazeera Airways baggage page before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Check in online on jazeeraairways.com or in the Jazeera Airways app before you go to the airport. Follow the check-in and bag-drop deadlines shown in your booking; in Kuwait, Jazeera flights use Terminal 5.

1 Confirm
Confirm the airport, terminal and departure time in your booking.
2 Documents
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination.
3 Check in
Check in online or in the app as soon as it opens.
4 Boarding pass
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
5 Arrive early
Allow time for bag drop, security and immigration on international flights.

Lounges

Jazeera Terminal 5 at Kuwait International Airport includes a lounge for eligible passengers. Access depends on your fare and booking. Check the conditions before you travel.

Loyalty program

Jazeera Airways does not run a points-based frequent-flyer program. Instead it offers Jazeera Savers, a paid membership club introduced in December 2023 that gives members fare discounts and travel perks. Check the airline's website for the current terms.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use Jazeera Airways' official services:

Jazeera Airways website

jazeeraairways.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status

Jazeera Airways app

Available for iOS and Android, with online check-in and mobile boarding passes

Where you land

Jazeera Airways airports

Jazeera Airways runs its network from Kuwait. Check the airport and terminal on your booking before you arrange a transfer.

Kuwait International Airport Hub

KWI · Kuwait City

Jazeera's hub and home base. The airline built and operates its own terminal at the airport, Jazeera Terminal 5 (T5), with its own check-in hall, lounge and boarding gates.

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Zayed International Airport

AUH · Abu Dhabi

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Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru

BLR · Bengaluru

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

BOM · Mumbai

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Cairo International Airport

CAI · Cairo

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Bandaranaike International Airport

CMB · Katunayake

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Cochin International Airport

COK · Kochi

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Indira Gandhi International Airport

DEL · Delhi

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Hamad International Airport

DOH · Doha

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Dubai International Airport

DXB · Dubai

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Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

HYD · Hyderabad

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King Abdulaziz International Airport

JED · Jeddah

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Chennai International Airport

MAA · Chennai

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Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport

SAW · Istanbul

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Ground transport

Airport transportation for Jazeera Airways passengers

Public transport, authorized taxis, shared shuttles or a pre-booked private transfer. Arriving long-haul or with a lot of luggage is the case for booking ahead: fixed price, and a driver in arrivals with your name on a sign.

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Questions

Jazeera Airways FAQs

What are Jazeera Airways' airline codes?

Jazeera Airways' IATA code is J9, its ICAO code is JZR, and its callsign is JAZEERA.

What is Jazeera Airways' main hub?

Kuwait International Airport (KWI), where the airline operates its own terminal.

Which terminal does Jazeera Airways use in Kuwait?

Jazeera Airways flights use Jazeera Terminal 5 (T5) at Kuwait International Airport. Confirm on your booking before travel.

Is Jazeera Airways part of an airline alliance?

No. Jazeera Airways is not a member of oneworld, SkyTeam or Star Alliance.

Does Jazeera Airways have a frequent-flyer program?

It has no points-based program. It offers Jazeera Savers, a paid membership club with fare discounts and travel perks.

Does Jazeera Airways have business class?

Most flights have a single economy cabin sold as fare bundles. A Business fare is offered only on flights to and from Cairo.

Does Jazeera Airways fly to India?

Yes. Jazeera Airways flies from Kuwait to several Indian cities, including Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kochi.

Does Jazeera Airways fly to Istanbul?

Yes. Jazeera Airways flies between Kuwait and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).

Does Jazeera Airways fly to Colombo?

Yes. Jazeera Airways flies between Kuwait and Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

Does Jazeera Airways fly to Mexico or the United States?

No. Its network covers the Middle East, Central and South Asia, Africa and Europe.

Is Airport Transportation affiliated with Jazeera Airways?

No. Airport Transportation is an independent transportation-booking platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Jazeera Airways.

Information reviewed in October 2026. Airline schedules, fleet figures, baggage rules and passenger services are subject to change.

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