Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
Kabul is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Ankara and follows the UTC+4:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your ESB to KBL flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Esenboga International Airport to Kabul International Airport. Many passengers pass through Istanbul Ataturk Airport when flying between ESB and KBL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight is R 3,881. A return ticket is currently R 10,093. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from ESB to KBL, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport to Kabul International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
78.41% of flights that depart Esenboga International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Ankara to Esenboga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ESB? If you've booked an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Kabul International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Arriving late on an Esenboga International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight? Grab your bags and go straight to a nearby hotel. Two great choices close to KBL are Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment.
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
From Kabul International Airport, Kabul is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Kabul International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Kabul in April.
Book your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Kabul International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Kabul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ESB to KBL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kandahar is just one of the many cities in Afghanistan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kabul. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including First Fountain, Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak).
Jalalabad is another sought-after destination in Afghanistan and is around 121 kilometres east of Kabul. No journey is complete without experiencing Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park.