On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Istanbul — Kabul route. The 3,583 km flight operates approximately twice a week, so we recommend planning your purchase in advance to choose convenient dates.
Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Kam Air, and Ariana Afghan Airlines. Information on logistics is available in the sections on how to get to Istanbul airport and how to get to the city from Kabul airport, and you can always check current prices in the low-price calendar.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Istanbul — Kabul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Istanbul → Kabul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,575 | low | May | AED 1,861 | medium | Sep | AED 1,909 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,527 | low | Jun | AED 2,147 | high | Oct | AED 1,813 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,670 | medium | Jul | AED 2,291 | high | Nov | AED 1,670 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,766 | medium | Aug | AED 2,195 | high | Dec | AED 2,004 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Kabul are characterized by strong seasonal fluctuations: the hottest period occurs in July and August, with daytime temperatures reaching up to 29.1°C. The coldest month is January, when temperatures drop to -11.3°C, and peak precipitation falls in April and May, when the number of rainy days reaches 15–17 per month.
Due to the lack of fixed data on minimum fares for the coming months, we recommend referring to the price trend charts below. The cost of a flight on this route depends heavily on flight occupancy and advance booking, as the number of flights per week is limited.
In terms of comfort, the best time to travel is considered September — this period features dry weather (only 2 wet days) with pleasant temperatures around 24.9°C. It is worth avoiding the spring months due to the high probability of heavy rainfall, which can affect transportation.
Three main carriers operate on the air route between Istanbul and Kabul: Turkish Airlines, Kam Air, and Ariana Afghan Airlines. Direct flights operate approximately twice a week, with the Turkish airline typically offering the most stable schedule. You can check the exact schedule and choose a suitable flight option in the list below.
Flights Istanbul — Kabul depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and arrive at Kabul International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is about 3,583 km. The approximate travel time on a direct flight is between 4.5 and 5 hours.
Regular flights between Istanbul and Kabul are operated by Turkish Airlines, Kam Air, and Ariana Afghan Airlines.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, operating several times a week.
Arrivals are at Kabul International Airport (KBL).
To get the best price, it is recommended to purchase in advance and monitor price trends in the special chart on this page.
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