Kuwait Airways Moves to New JFK Airport Terminal 6 in 2026

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Kuwait Airways announced this Monday its move to the new Terminal 6 (T6) at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York starting in 2026. This decision makes it the twelfth airline to operate from T6, joining other companies such as Air Canada, Aer Lingus, ANA, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Condor, JetBlue, Lufthansa, Norse Atlantic Airways, and SWISS.

A World-Class Terminal

Terminal 6 is part of the ambitious transformation of JFK Airport, a $19 billion project led by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. This renovation includes:

Two new terminals.

Expansion and modernization of two existing terminals.

A new ground transportation center.

A simplified and improved road network.

The Kuwaiti airline has served the New York market for over 40 years, currently using Terminal 7 at JFK for its flights to Kuwait with modern Boeing 777-300 and Airbus A330-800 aircraft.

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A Digital and Boutique Experience

Kuwait Airways passengers will be among the first to enjoy the innovative experience of Terminal 6, which includes:

An average time of less than 5 minutes from security check to boarding gates.

Over 100,000 square feet of shops, restaurants, lounges, and services inspired by New York.

Artworks curated by the Public Art Fund in partnership with JFK Millennium Partners (JMP) and the Port Authority.

Sustainable operational features, including eco-friendly materials, rooftop solar energy, and energy-efficient systems.

Steve Thody, CEO of JFK Millennium Partners, expressed his enthusiasm for Kuwait Airways’ move to T6: “We are delighted that Kuwait Airways has chosen T6 for its future operations in New York. This decision marks a new chapter in our partnership with Kuwait, which has been a valuable airline at T7 since 2022. We look forward to welcoming Kuwait passengers to our new world-class facilities.”

Details of Terminal 6

Currently under construction, T6 will be developed in two phases:

2026: Opening of the first six gates.
2028: Completion of construction with a total of 10 boarding gates, nine of which are adapted for wide-body aircraft.

Additionally, T6 will feature:

State-of-the-art automated baggage system.

Customs and security facilities with the most advanced technologies.
One of the longest departure zones at JFK with customized passenger drop-off spaces for airlines.
Exclusive VIP lounges and a new arrivals lounge.
Enhanced ground transportation center.
LEED (Silver or Gold), Envision, and SITES sustainability certifications in process.