Flying from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Kabul International Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Kabul is UTC+4:30, which is one hour ahead of Tehran.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your IKA to KBL flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Kam Air offers direct flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Kabul International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Kabul — and maybe even more of Afghanistan if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Kam Air.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Kabul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IKA and KBL include:
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
C$182 is currently the best price for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. Return flights start at C$737. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from IKA to KBL, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Kabul International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Imam Khomeini International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
If you're taking an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Kabul International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra sleep) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another handy option near IKA.
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Getting in late on an Imam Khomeini International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight? Collect your bags and head directly to a nearby hotel. Two options close to KBL are Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment.
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul International Airport to central Kabul has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Kabul International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Kabul in April.
Lock in your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Kabul International Airport for July if you want to explore Kabul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IKA to KBL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kabul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Afghanistan waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres south-west of Kabul, a trip to Kandahar will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like First Fountain, Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak).
If there's time to check out another corner of Afghanistan, consider Jalalabad, roughly 121 kilometres east of Kabul. Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park are the start of reasons to visit.