Flying from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Kabul Airport (KBL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kabul is UTC+4:30, which is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of New York.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to KBL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from New York Newark Airport to Kabul Airport. Many travellers pass through Istanbul Airport on this route.
Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
Of the flights that depart from New York Newark Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
Central New York to New York Newark Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Kabul Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to EWR:
Arriving at Kabul Airport (KBL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KBL if you're taking a late New York Newark Airport to Kabul Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
When to fly to Kabul Airport (KBL)
The quietest month for a flight from New York Newark Airport to Kabul Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Kabul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from New York Newark Airport to Kabul Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Kabul, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from EWR to KBL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kandahar is just one of the many places in Afghanistan waiting to be explored once you've seen Kabul. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak), Dahla Dam and Ahmad Shah Baba Abdulali Masjeed.