Here’s a concise guide to the best airlines for short business trips from Kuwait to nearby countries (GCC, Levant, Turkey, and nearby). I’ve ranked them by what matters most for short business travel: flight frequency, punctuality, fast airport experience, onboard comfort (business/extra-legroom), connectivity (Wi‑Fi), lounges/priority services, and value.

Top picks

1. Qatar Airways

• Why: Excellent business-class comfort even on short hops, strong on-time performance, fast connections through Doha, high-quality airport lounges (Doha), good frequent‑flyer benefits.
• Best for: Short trips where premium cabin comfort and lounge access matter (e.g., Kuwait–Doha–other regional cities).

2. Emirates

• Why: Very frequent flights to many regional hubs (Dubai), excellent lounge and ground services, high service standards, reliable schedules and good connections onward.
• Best for: Trips combining business and same‑day transfers or requiring excellent ground facilities.

3. Etihad Airways

• Why: Strong service, good lounges in Abu Dhabi, solid on short regional sectors; competitive premium product and reliability.
• Best for: Regional business trips where Abu Dhabi is a convenient connection.

4. flydubai

• Why: Huge regional network from Dubai to secondary cities across the Middle East and Central Asia; cost-effective, frequent services; often operates newer narrow‑body fleet with Wi‑Fi.
• Best for: Short regional hops to cities not served directly by the big three Gulf carriers, or when you want lower fares with decent service.

5. Oman Air

• Why: Good service and comfortable seats for short flights, reliable schedules to Muscat and beyond, decent lounge access.
• Best for: Trips to Oman and connections into South Asia with good ground experience.

6. Gulf Air

• Why: Good if traveling to Bahrain or using as a short‑haul connector; improving product and service, with competitive pricing.
• Best for: Very short trips into Bahrain and nearby.

7. Jazeera Airways (Kuwait-based)

• Why: Local carrier with many short regional routes, convenient schedules from Kuwait, low fares, and fast airport turnaround. No wide premium cabin but efficient for same-day or overnight business trips.
• Best for: Quick, cost‑efficient business hops from Kuwait where you don’t need a full business-class seat.

8. Air Arabia

• Why: Low-cost carrier with a wide regional network (Sharjah hub) and frequent flights to secondary cities. Minimal frills but often the best price and schedule options.
• Best for: Budget-conscious short trips where price and schedule beat onboard comfort.

9. Kuwait Airways

• Why: Home carrier with direct flights to regional capitals. Useful for straightforward short-haul routes from Kuwait with baggage/loyalty simplicity. Service and frequencies vary.
• Best for: Direct convenience and when you prefer flying your national carrier.

How to choose depending on trip type

• Very short same-day trips (one–two days): prioritize frequency, early/late flights, fast check-in and baggage — choose Jazeera, flydubai, Kuwait Airways, Flynas/Air Arabia depending on route.
• Meetings + lounge time: choose Qatar, Emirates, Etihad for superior lounges and consistent premium service.
• Tight connection to other hubs: Emirates and Qatar have the best connectivity and short transfer times at DXB/DOH/AUH.
• Cost-sensitive but flexible: low-cost regional carriers (Air Arabia, flydubai, Jazeera) give best fares and schedules.
• Regional coverage (secondary cities): flydubai and Air Arabia cover many smaller markets that legacy carriers don’t.

Practical tips for short business travel

• Book refundable or flexible fares if meetings change; short trips are vulnerable to delays/cancellations.
• Aim for nonstop where possible — saves time and risk.
• Check lounge access options (credit cards, day passes) even if flying economy — lounges save time and let you work.
• Use online check-in and mobile boarding passes to speed airport time.
• If you need Wi‑Fi/seat power to work inflight, confirm aircraft type and onboard Wi‑Fi availability when booking.
• Consider airline loyalty partnerships (Oneworld, SkyTeam, Star Alliance, or local programs) to consolidate benefits and lounge access.

Sample route suggestions from Kuwait City

• Kuwait–Dubai: Emirates, flydubai, Jazeera (many daily options)
• Kuwait–Doha: Qatar Airways (best for lounge + short premium comfort), Jazeera
• Kuwait–Abu Dhabi: Etihad, Wizz/low-cost alternatives depending on schedule
• Kuwait–Riyadh/Jeddah/Dammam: Saudia, flynas, Kuwait Airways (frequent short hops)
• Kuwait–Muscat: Oman Air, Jazeera (convenient short sector)
• Kuwait–Bahrain: Gulf Air, Jazeera (very short flight)
• Kuwait–Beirut/Istanbul: Multiple carriers (check frequency and visa/arrival rules) — Emirates/Qatar often via hub, or direct with national/low‑cost carriers depending on season.

If you want, I can shortlist the best carriers for specific nearby cities you travel to most often (e.g., Riyadh, Dubai, Doha, Muscat) and include typical flight times, recommended cabins for a half‑day trip, and which airlines offer lounges or reliable Wi‑Fi on those sectors.