The General Traffic Department announced on June 23 2026 a partial closure of the fast and middle lanes on King Faisal Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Road known as Riyadh Road opposite Khaitan toward Kuwait International Airport. The measure takes effect the following day and continues through July 29 spanning five weeks of restricted access on the busy thoroughfare. Motorists have been advised to prepare for potential delays in the area that serves as a vital link to the country’s main air hub.
According to the department’s announcement the entrance to Abu Dhabi Street from Riyadh Road toward Khaitan Block 3 has been made available during the closure. Officials emphasized the need for drivers to remain vigilant and comply with all on-site traffic directions and signage. This adjustment is designed to maintain traffic flow while the specified lanes remain unavailable for more than a month.
Directorate General of Civil Aviation figures show the airport handled 15.4 million passengers in 2025 a number that illustrates why reliable road access remains critical even amid temporary works. The facility is set to see a new terminal open by the end of 2026 with capacity for 25 million travelers per year according to aviation development plans. These upgrades coincide with road network enhancements intended to accommodate future demand.
The General Traffic Department has managed numerous similar partial closures this year frequently partnering with the Ministry of Public Works on maintenance schedules. Such operations typically target specific lanes rather than entire roadways to limit inconvenience to the public. The department’s communications have regularly highlighted the role of driver compliance in keeping disruptions to a minimum.
Central Statistical Bureau data reflects ongoing growth in vehicle numbers across Kuwait contributing to the regular need for infrastructure maintenance on key routes like Riyadh Road. By limiting the closure to two lanes and introducing an alternative entrance authorities have sought to balance necessary repairs with continued usability. Commuters are recommended to check for updates via official channels in the weeks ahead.
Ministry of Interior releases have underscored that these measures form part of a systematic approach to improving the national transportation infrastructure. Each announcement includes reminders about safe driving practices during altered traffic patterns. The current restriction on Riyadh Road follows that established pattern without providing further specifics on the underlying project.
