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Cheap Flights to Afghanistan

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Kabul
Kabul2 stops$1,180
Mazar-I-Sharif
Mazar-I-Sharif2 stops$1,751
Kabul
Kabul2 stops$1,180
Mazar-I-Sharif
Mazar-I-Sharif2 stops$1,751

Book Cheap Afghanistan Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Afghanistan that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals to Afghanistan

Mon, Aug 10 - Wed, Sep 16
Etihad Airways Logo
11:59 pm - 6:15 pm
SFO
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KBL
30h 46m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
3:10 pm - 8:08 pm
KBL
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SFO
40h 28m
2 stops
$1,180Etihad Airways
Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Oct 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 7:20 am
SFO
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KBL
25h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 5:30 pm
KBL
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SFO
20h 15m
1 stop
$1,200Turkish Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Nov 18
Etihad Airways Logo
9:35 pm - 1:25 pm
LAX
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KBL
52h 20m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
KBL
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LAX
39h 00m
2 stops
$1,201Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Oct 15
Etihad Airways Logo
11:28 pm - 6:15 pm
SFO
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KBL
31h 17m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 8:23 pm
KBL
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SFO
36h 33m
2 stops
$1,201Etihad Airways
Sat, Aug 15 - Tue, Oct 13
Etihad Airways Logo
5:05 am - 6:15 pm
SFO
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KBL
25h 40m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
3:10 pm - 8:23 pm
KBL
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SFO
40h 43m
2 stops
$1,202Etihad Airways
Fri, Jul 31 - Wed, Sep 30
Etihad Airways Logo
6:00 am - 6:15 pm
LAX
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KBL
24h 45m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
3:10 pm - 9:08 pm
KBL
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LAX
41h 28m
2 stops
$1,203Etihad Airways
Sat, Aug 1 - Wed, Sep 30
Etihad Airways Logo
10:05 pm - 6:15 pm
SFO
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KBL
32h 40m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
3:10 pm - 8:08 pm
KBL
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SFO
40h 28m
2 stops
$1,203Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 7:20 am
DFW
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KBL
24h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 7:35 pm
KBL
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DFW
20h 15m
1 stop
$1,383Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 8
Emirates Logo
12:15 pm - 3:35 pm
DFW
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KBL
41h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
4:45 pm - 9:40 am
KBL
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DFW
26h 25m
1 stop
$1,397Emirates
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31
Emirates Logo
12:15 pm - 3:35 pm
DFW
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KBL
41h 50m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
9:20 am - 9:40 am
KBL
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DFW
33h 50m
1 stop
$1,421Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Afghanistan

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Afghanistan to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from the United States to Afghanistan?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United States to Afghanistan, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from the United States to Afghanistan is March, when tickets cost $468 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and April, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,572 and $967 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United States to Afghanistan?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Afghanistan, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from the United States to Afghanistan, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$632
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Kabul

FAQs - booking Afghanistan flights

  • Apart from Kabul International Airport (KBL), which other airports in Afghanistan receive flights from the US?

    In addition to KBL, flights from various parts of the United States can also land at Ahmad Shah Baba International Airport (KDH) in Kandahar, Mawlānā Jalāl ad-Din Muhammad Balkhī International Airport (MZR) in Mazar-i-Sharif, or Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport (HEA) in Herat. Among these airports, KBL and MZR receive the highest number of flights from the United States.

  • What is the best Afghanistan airport to use if I plan to visit Herat?

    The best airport to use if you plan to visit Herat in western Afghanistan is Herat International Airport (HEA), located approximately 7 miles southeast of the city. Herat is the fourth largest commercial airport in Afghanistan. You’ll have to take a connecting flight from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to HEA.

  • If I intend to rent a car in Kabul, Afghanistan, what child seat safety guidelines should I be familiar with?

    When riding in a car rental in Afghanistan, kids under the age of 12 need to be buckled up in either a booster seat or a child safety seat. The age-appropriate child safety seats would range from rear-facing for kids under 15 months, forward-facing seats for four-year-old kids, booster seats for 6-year-old kids, and a booster cushion for 12-year-old kids. Also, note that kids under 12 years of age are not allowed to ride in the front seat.

  • Which airport in Afghanistan is close to Samangan?

    If you’re planning to visit the town of Samangan and explore the mysterious Takht i Rostam cave complexes, the nearest arrival airport is Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport (MZR), approximately 62 miles from the town. There are direct flights from Kabul and Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to MZR. You’ll also get one-stop flights to MZR from HEA and DXB.

  • Are there US airports offering direct flights to Afghanistan?

    Currently, there are no direct flights from the airport in the United States to Afghanistan. If you plan to travel from the United States to KBL, you also budget for at least a layover. Depending on your departure city, airport, and airline, you can have one, two, or even three layovers before you can finally land in Afghanistan.

  • What documents do I need to rent a car at Kabul Airport?

    To rent a vehicle at Kabul International Airport, you will be asked to provide a valid ID or passport, a valid driver’s license, and a major credit card in your name or the driver’s name. Several car rental providers have an office at KBL where you can pick up your car.

  • What is the simplest way of accessing the tri-state boundary in Afghanistan’s north for visitors from the US?

    Most travelers touring Afghanistan from the United States end their tour by visiting the tri-state boundary. This is where Tajikistan touches Uzbekistan, and Uzbekistan is separated from Afghanistan. The nearest destination airport for United States travelers visiting this city is Afghanistan’s Northern-based Maulana Jalaluddin Balkhi International Airport (MZR).

  • What lounges are available at Kabul International Airport?

    After a long flight to Afghanistan, you can relax in one of their lounges. There are two lounges at Terminal 1 close to the Baggage Claim section for arriving passengers. Lounges are accessible to everyone, regardless of what travel class you are flying.

  • Which airlines offer single-stop flights from Washington to Kabul?

    If you are to fly from Washington to Kabul, your possible departure airport is Dulles International Airport (IAD), while your destination airport is Kabul International Airport (KBL). IAD is rated among the airports offering the highest number of single-stop flights to KBL. However, most of these single-stop flights are offered by highly reliable and trusted Turkish Airlines.

  • Does Kam Air offer Business Class flights to Afghanistan?

    Kam Air, the leading airline provider in Afghanistan, has two cabin options Business Class and Economy Class. Business Class travelers on Kam Air are entitled to priority check-in, boarding, luggage handling, and disembarkation.

  • Which is the shortest route for US travelers to Afghanistan?

    Compared to any other route in the US, travelers from Houston take the shortest time on a single-stop flight to Afghanistan’s Kabul. In Houston, you can board your flight to Kabul’s Kabul International Airport (KBL) at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), or Ellington Airport/Houston Spaceport (EFD). Among these three, IAH airport has the highest frequency of single-stop flights to KBL.

  • What are my best options for flights to Afghanistan from the West Coast of the US?

    Since there are no direct flights to Afghanistan from the West Coast, travelers from the region can find connecting flights through major hubs like Dubai. Major airports on the West Coast with flights to these international hubs include San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), and San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United States to Afghanistan?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from the United States to Afghanistan.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United States to Afghanistan?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United States to Afghanistan is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from the United States to Afghanistan?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from the United States to Afghanistan with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United States to Afghanistan?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from the United States to Afghanistan up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Afghanistan

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Afghanistan flight deals.
  • If you are departing from the east coast parts of the United States, your likely departure airport to Afghanistan is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). At JFK, you can access a few airlines offering one-stop flights to Kabul International Airport (KBL). Among these airlines is Turkish Airlines.
  • Getting to Kabul city center from Kabul International Airport (KBL) is possible, thanks to different transportation options at the airport. Lines 39, 100, and 178 urban transport buses are the most affordable options. There is an airport shuttle that runs every 30 minutes from 8 am to 5:30 pm. You can also opt for taxis and car rental companies, which have an office at the airport. Free transport between the terminals is offered by airport shuttles.
  • American travelers visiting the Western parts of Afghanistan from Los Angeles can consider using Los Angeles International (LAX) as their departure airport and Afghanistan’s westerns-based Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport (HEA) as their destination airport. At LAX, you can book your single-stop flight with Turkish Airlines.
  • KBL is a hub for Kam Air, the largest airline provider in Afghanistan. Although it’s not a major hub for most international carriers, you’ll find connecting flights from neighboring countries such as Iran, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates.
  • Since the use of identification cards as a form of identification on foreign flights, including those to Afghanistan from the United States, is not permitted, you will have to carry your passport. With your passport, you will easily board your flight from any US airport to Afghanistan.
  • If you wish to fly to Afghanistan from New York, you’ll find a selection of flights departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Islamabad International Airport (ISB), where you can board your connecting flight to Afghanistan.
  • If you reside in Dallas, you can board your flight to Afghanistan at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) via Turkish Airlines. Turkish Airlines is ranked among the airlines with the highest number of single-stop flights from DFW to KBL.
  • If you are visiting Taloqan in the Pashtun areas of southern Afghanistan, consider your likely destination airport is Taloqan Airport (TQN). Since the airport doesn’t receive fights from the United States, you will have to land in Kabul and then board your final flight to Taloqan Airport.
  • For those travelers who would like to gain easier access to the major cities both in Afghanistan and even Pakistan, consider KBL as your destination airport. Besides being in the capital center, the hub of Afghanistan’s land and air transport options, KBL has also located about 226 km to Peshawar, Pakistan, about 264 km to Mardan, Pakistan, and about 293 km to Mingora, Pakistan.
  • If you are planning to travel to Afghanistan to witness the celebrated Nowruz festival of Spring in March, please note that the airfares for most airlines flying from the United States to Afghanistan may hike drastically. This is due to the high demand that is caused by the increasing number of travelers who visit Afghanistan to gain experience of this festival from various parts of the world, the United States included.

Everything you need to know for your flight to Afghanistan

Cabin class types available on flights to Afghanistan

Cabin classes available on flights to Afghanistan. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.