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$285+ Cheap flights from Kabul (KBL) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KBL — IST
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kabul to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kabul (KBL) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$666
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$285
(Kam Air)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$636

Good round-trip deal

$1,354 or less

Good one-way deal

$729 or less
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From Kabul Khwaja Rawash to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Kabul to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kabul to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:45 amKBL - IST
Nonstop5h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/612:55 amIST - KBL
Nonstop4h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/14$666
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:45 amKBL - IST
Nonstop5h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/1612:55 amIST - KBL
Nonstop4h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/14$685
This Air Arabia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Arabia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/111:50 amKBL - IST
1 stop27h 30mAir Arabia
Sun 12/72:35 pmIST - KBL
1 stop18h 45mAir Arabia
Deal found 10/14$704
This Air Arabia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Arabia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1511:50 amKBL - IST
1 stop27h 00mAir Arabia
Wed 10/226:00 pmIST - KBL
1 stop14h 45mAir Arabia
Deal found 10/12$714
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/159:20 amKBL - IST
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/226:00 pmIST - KBL
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$750
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:05 amKBL - IST
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/172:10 pmIST - KBL
2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$773
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/104:15 pmKBL - IST
1 stop10h 10mflydubai
Sun 11/161:55 amIST - KBL
1 stop11h 35mflydubai
Deal found 10/14$884

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kabul to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Kabul

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Mon 12/1

8:45 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 12/6

12:55 am-7:15 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$666

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Mon 12/1

11:50 am-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 12/7

2:35 pm-10:50 am

1 stop18h 45m

$704

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Wed 2/4

8:45 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 2/5

12:55 am-7:15 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$731

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Mon 11/10

9:05 am-5:40 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 11/17

2:10 pm-8:05 am

2 stops16h 25m

$773

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Mon 12/1

8:45 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 12/7

6:40 pm-7:15 am

1 stop11h 05m

$903

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Wed 2/4

4:15 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 2/5

1:55 am-3:00 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$1,135

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Wed 11/12

7:00 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$285

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Wed 11/26

7:00 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$285

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Fri 10/24

5:30 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$285

KabulIstanbul

KBL - IST

KBLIST

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Wed 10/29

7:00 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$305

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Deals found on 10/13

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Compare providers for flights from Kabul to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kabul to Istanbul in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kabul-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kabul-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kabul-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kabul-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Kabul-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Kabul to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Kabul with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kabul to Istanbul Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kabul to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kabul to Istanbul Airport (average of $347). Flying from Kabul to Istanbul Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $808). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KBL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Kabul to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

When flying from Kabul to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated October 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines from Kabul to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,009 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,009 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,009 reviews

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kabul to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kabul to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Kabul Khwaja Rawash (KBL) if they book a flight from Kabul to Istanbul. On average, Khwaja Rawash has 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day from 2 airlines. Kabul Khwaja Rawash is conveniently located just 3.5 mi from Kabul’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Kabul to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines and Air Arabia can get you from Kabul to Istanbul Airport in just under 5h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 55m. There are 2232 mi between Kabul and Istanbul Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kabul to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Kam Air ($380), and Turkish Airlines ($382) offers the cheapest pricing from Kabul to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Kabul to Istanbul Airport for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kabul to Istanbul Airport?

    Consider Turkish Airlines (85%), Ariana (40%) or Kam Air (13%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Kabul to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kabul to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Kabul to Istanbul Airport is $305. On average you can expect to pay $1,354. The most popular route, (Kabul Khwaja Rawash - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $623.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kabul to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kabul to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kabul to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kabul to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kabul to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kabul to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kabul to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kabul to Istanbul Airport (average of $347). Flying from Kabul to Istanbul Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $808). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Kabul to Istanbul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Kabul to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kam AirCheapest$380Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time18%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$382Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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