Flying from New York to Kabul International Airport (KBL): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when organising your flight from New York to Kabul International Airport (KBL). Check out your options for departing John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
The timezone in Kabul is UTC+4:30, which is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of New York. Kabul International Airport is located in Kabul.
Your flight from New York to KBL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from New York to KBL even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is an option when departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from New York to Kabul International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport reach their destination on time.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). It's a key transfer point for flights from New York to Kabul International Airport (KBL) departing Newark Liberty International Airport.
You can arrive at EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your New York to KBL flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
73.3% of flights departing Newark Liberty International Airport arrive according to schedule.
The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to get there by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Kabul International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as planned, LGA is a reliable starting point for your adventure.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Touching down on a late flight from New York to Kabul International Airport? Grab your luggage and go directly to the comfort of a hotel near KBL. Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment will have you in bed before you know it.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
R 8,006 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Kabul International Airport. A return flight starts at R 21,585. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to KBL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable New York to Kabul International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Kabul. June is when most people book flights from New York to Kabul International Airport (KBL), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your New York to KBL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Kabul, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Kabul International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Kabul
Start your Kabul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Kabul International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Gardens of Babur (Bagh-e-Babur) and National Museum of Afghanistan are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Kabul itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ancient Stupa.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Jalalabad is just one of the many places in Afghanistan waiting to be explored once you've seen Kabul. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Raihan Garden RK, Abdul Haq Park and Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک.
Any trip to Afghanistan isn't complete without visiting Kunduz. بالاحصار كندز (كهندژ) Kunduz Fort is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 241 kilometres north of Kabul.