Are most flights from Kabul long-haul or short-haul?

Historically, the majority of flights from Kabul are long-haul, accounting for 62% of all routes. Medium-haul flights make up 20% of the connections. Short-haul flights represent 18% of the routes available from Kabul, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Which countries have the cheapest places to fly from Kabul?

Historically, some of the most affordable places to fly from Kabul are within Afghanistan, with Herat showing a median price of $141. Other countries with typically lower median prices include Pakistan, with flights to Quetta averaging $318. Uzbekistan also offers competitive prices, with Tashkent having a median price of $350. Additionally, destinations like Riyadh in Saudi Arabia ($426) and Doha in Qatar ($435) have shown relatively lower median prices in the trailing 90 days.

When are flights from Kabul at their lowest price?

Historically, November is typically the cheapest month to fly from Kabul, with an average price of $224. This represents a significant saving of 80% compared to the annual median average price of $1132. February also stands out as a more affordable month for travel, with an average price of $900.

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KBL
Kandahar
Afghanistan • 2026-12-02
73% AI deal score
$164
$88
One-way
KBL
Mazar-i-Sharif
Afghanistan • 2026-10-23
44% AI deal score
$143
$114
One-way
KBL
Dubai
United Arab Emirates • 2026-12-02
66% AI deal score
$237
$229
One-way
KBL
Baku
Azerbaijan • 2026-12-12
65% AI deal score
$491
$406
One-way
KBL
Kuwait City
Kuwait • 2026-11-09
44% AI deal score
$218
$410
One-way
KBL
Frankfurt
Germany • 2026-11-19
90% AI deal score
$581
$439
One-way
KBL
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia • 2026-12-21
65% AI deal score
$343
$440
One-way
KBL
Milan
Italy • 2026-10-29
93% AI deal score
$689
$449
One-way
KBL
Stockholm
Sweden • 2026-10-19
93% AI deal score
$706
$475
One-way
KBL
Ürümqi
China • 2026-10-20
44% AI deal score
$500
$545
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Flights from Kabul: Overview

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Right now, you can find cheap flights from Kabul starting at $178 to Kandahar, Afghanistan. Other economical options include flights to Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan for $239, and international routes like Dubai, United Arab Emirates for $394. These prices represent some of the most budget-friendly fares currently available from Kabul.

Travelers from Kabul have access to a wide range of destinations, with recent fares covering 107 unique cities across 53 countries over the last 90 days. The United Arab Emirates dominates the destination mix, accounting for 55% of recent fares. Other significant international options include India, representing 9% of fares, and Pakistan, with 6% of recent deals. This indicates a strong focus on regional and Middle Eastern routes.

When flying from Kabul, direct flights are less common, with only 11.4% of recent fares being non-stop. The majority of routes from Kabul require at least one connection, suggesting that travelers should factor in layover times when planning their journeys.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Kabul is Dubai, United Arab Emirates, appearing most often in recent fare observations. Another popular option within the United Arab Emirates is also Dubai (served by a different airport), followed by Bangkok, Thailand, which consistently features among the top routes for travelers from Kabul.

The flight distances from Kabul show a clear preference for longer journeys. About 62% of routes from Kabul are classified as long-haul flights, indicating a focus on international and intercontinental travel. Medium-haul flights make up 20% of the routes, while short-haul flights account for 18% of the total, suggesting that most travel from Kabul involves significant distances.

Most popular airlines from Kabul

Ariana Afghan Airlines

Pakistan International Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Iran Air

Turkish Airlines

Flydubai

Qatar Airways

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kabul soon

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Malé

Kabul (KBL) - Malé (MLE)

Etihad Airways

$1,168

$841

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Nairobi

Kabul (KBL) - Nairobi (NBO)

Etihad Airways

$1,127

$923

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Medina

Kabul (KBL) - Medina (MED)

Emirates Airlines

$796

$646

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Tokyo

Kabul (KBL) - Tokyo (NRT)

Flydubai

$1,260

$1,086

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Birmingham

Kabul (KBL) - Birmingham (BHX)

Etihad Airways

$1,364

$1,149

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Beijing

Kabul (KBL) - Beijing (PKX)

Etihad Airways

$1,182

$1,073

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Kabul

Vienna

TOP

Austria • Oct 2026

from

$751

Ljubljana

TOP

Slovenia • Jan 2027

from

$838

Copenhagen

TOP

Denmark • Nov 2026

from

$843

Lisbon

TOP

Portugal • Nov 2026

from

$857

Colombo

TOP

Sri Lanka • Oct 2026

from

$712

Budapest

TOP

Hungary • Oct 2026

from

$919

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Kabul

-21%

KBL - Manchester

$1,173 → $926

-16%

KBL - Birmingham

$1,364 → $1,149

-21%

KBL - Zürich

$954 → $753

-15%

KBL - Shanghai

$1,039 → $885

Popular Airports from Kabul

Kabul airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sun - Wed - Fri

The cheapest flights from KBL are on Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday, with fares as low as $90.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$178 roundtrip

The cheapest roundtrip flights from KBL are to destinations within Afghanistan, such as Kandahar.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Kam Air, Flydubai, Emirates Airlines

These carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Kabul.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance is often the best option for flights from KBL.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Dec

Flights from KBL tend to be cheaper in Dec.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Kandahar

Flights from Kabul to Kandahar currently start at just $178.

Kabul main airports to depart from

Hamid Karzai International (KBL)

Cheapest

KBL is useful for travelers seeking flights directly from Kabul.

📍 ~1 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Airports nearby Kabul used as alternative

Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

Islamabad International Airport is a major international hub offering extensive global connectivity and airline variety.

📍 ~352 km from Kabul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$65

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From KBL

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Nairobi

Kenya • Oct 2026

93% AI deal score

$3,473

$2,088

Save $1,385

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From KBL

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Geneva

Switzerland • Dec 2026

90% AI deal score

$3,672

$2,591

Save $1,081

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From KBL

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Phuket City

Thailand • Nov 2026

74% AI deal score

$2,318

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From KBL

Elite

Warsaw

Poland • Nov 2026

71% AI deal score

$2,590

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From KBL

Elite

Kraków

Poland • Nov 2026

71% AI deal score

$2,942

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From KBL

Elite

Rome

Italy • Dec 2026

70% AI deal score

$4,345

Flydubai, +1

Business Class

From KBL

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Brussels

Belgium • Oct 2026

70% AI deal score

$4,554

Flydubai, +1

Business Class

Booking Flights from Kabul: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Kabul have shown median prices below $550. For example, flights to Herat typically have a median price of $141, while Mazar-i-Sharif averages $237. Other options under this threshold include Quetta at $318, Tashkent at $350, and Riyadh at $426. Travelers can also find median prices for Doha at $435, Ankara at $471, and Milan at $477, all within the $550 range based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Kabul is connected to a broad network of destinations, with flights available to 107 unique cities across 53 countries. In the trailing 90 days, the United Arab Emirates accounted for 55% of the available connections. India was another significant connection point, representing 9% of the routes, while Pakistan made up 6% of the connections from Kabul.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, the most frequently served destinations from Kabul include Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, with two distinct airports serving this popular city. Another highly popular destination is Bangkok, Thailand. These destinations consistently appear among the top choices for travelers departing from Kabul.

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Flights from Kabul: Overview

Insights for flights from Kabul

Most popular airlines from Kabul

Ariana Afghan Airlines

Pakistan International Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Iran Air

Turkish Airlines

Flydubai

Qatar Airways

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kabul soon

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Malé

Kabul (KBL) - Malé (MLE)

Etihad Airways

$1,168

$841

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Nairobi

Kabul (KBL) - Nairobi (NBO)

Etihad Airways

$1,127

$923

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Medina

Kabul (KBL) - Medina (MED)

Emirates Airlines

$796

$646

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Tokyo

Kabul (KBL) - Tokyo (NRT)

Flydubai

$1,260

$1,086

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Birmingham

Kabul (KBL) - Birmingham (BHX)

Etihad Airways

$1,364

$1,149

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

KBL - Beijing

Kabul (KBL) - Beijing (PKX)

Etihad Airways

$1,182

$1,073

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Kabul

Vienna

TOP

Austria • Oct 2026

from

$751

Ljubljana

TOP

Slovenia • Jan 2027

from

$838

Copenhagen

TOP

Denmark • Nov 2026

from

$843

Lisbon

TOP

Portugal • Nov 2026

from

$857

Colombo

TOP

Sri Lanka • Oct 2026

from

$712

Budapest

TOP

Hungary • Oct 2026

from

$919

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Kabul

-21%

KBL - Manchester

$1,173 → $926

-16%

KBL - Birmingham

$1,364 → $1,149

-21%

KBL - Zürich

$954 → $753

-15%

KBL - Shanghai

$1,039 → $885

Popular Airports from Kabul

Kabul airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sun - Wed - Fri

The cheapest flights from KBL are on Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday, with fares as low as $90.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$178 roundtrip

The cheapest roundtrip flights from KBL are to destinations within Afghanistan, such as Kandahar.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Kam Air, Flydubai, Emirates Airlines

These carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Kabul.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance is often the best option for flights from KBL.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Dec

Flights from KBL tend to be cheaper in Dec.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Kandahar

Flights from Kabul to Kandahar currently start at just $178.

Kabul main airports to depart from

Hamid Karzai International (KBL)

Cheapest

KBL is useful for travelers seeking flights directly from Kabul.

📍 ~1 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$170

Airports nearby Kabul used as alternative

Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

Islamabad International Airport is a major international hub offering extensive global connectivity and airline variety.

📍 ~352 km from Kabul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$65

Business & First Class Flight Deals from Kabul

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Kabul.

Elite

Best Elite deals from Kabul

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From KBL

Elite

Nairobi

Kenya • Oct 2026

93% AI deal score

$3,473

$2,088

Save $1,385

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From KBL

Elite

Geneva

Switzerland • Dec 2026

90% AI deal score

$3,672

$2,591

Save $1,081

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From KBL

Elite

Phuket City

Thailand • Nov 2026

74% AI deal score

$2,318

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From KBL

Elite

Warsaw

Poland • Nov 2026

71% AI deal score

$2,590

Etihad Airways

Business Class

From KBL

Elite

Kraków

Poland • Nov 2026

71% AI deal score

$2,942

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From KBL

Elite

Rome

Italy • Dec 2026

70% AI deal score

$4,345

Flydubai, +1

Business Class

From KBL

Elite

Brussels

Belgium • Oct 2026

70% AI deal score

$4,554

Flydubai, +1

Business Class

Booking Flights from Kabul: Frequently Asked Questions

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Flights from Kabul: Overview

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Most popular airlines from Kabul

Last-minute flights going from Kabul soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Kabul

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Kabul

Popular Airports from Kabul

Kabul airport insights

Sun - Wed - Fri

From ~$178 roundtrip

Kam Air, Flydubai, Emirates Airlines

8+ months in advance

Dec

Watch fares to Kandahar

Kabul main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Kabul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals from Kabul

Best Elite deals from Kabul

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Booking Flights from Kabul: Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find flights from Kabul for less than 550 USD?

How many cities is Kabul connected to?

What are the most popular destinations from Kabul?

Are most flights from Kabul long-haul or short-haul?

Which countries have the cheapest places to fly from Kabul?

When are flights from Kabul at their lowest price?

Explore More Destinations from Kabul

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Departing from nearby city?

Flights from Kabul: Overview

Insights for flights from Kabul

Most popular airlines from Kabul

Last-minute flights going from Kabul soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Kabul

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Kabul

Popular Airports from Kabul

Kabul airport insights

Sun - Wed - Fri

From ~$178 roundtrip

Kam Air, Flydubai, Emirates Airlines

8+ months in advance

Dec

Watch fares to Kandahar

Kabul main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Kabul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals from Kabul

Best Elite deals from Kabul

Nairobi

Geneva

Phuket City

Warsaw

Kraków

Rome

Brussels

Booking Flights from Kabul: Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find flights from Kabul for less than 550 USD?

How many cities is Kabul connected to?

What are the most popular destinations from Kabul?

Are most flights from Kabul long-haul or short-haul?

Which countries have the cheapest places to fly from Kabul?

When are flights from Kabul at their lowest price?

Explore More Destinations from Kabul

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