Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Kabul (KBL)
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Kabul Khwaja Rawash are usually found in October or September, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Kabul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Kabul (KBL). 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 22, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $643 |
Good round-trip deal | $633 or less |
Good one-way deal | $309 or less |
Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Kabul
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 Istanbul to Kabul in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Kabul flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Kabul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Kabul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Kabul 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 Istanbul Airport-Kabul 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 Istanbul to Kabul
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kabul from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Kabul
How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?
The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Kabul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kabul (average of $365). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Kabul in March is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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 IST to KBL?
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul as you normally would.
How often are flights from Istanbul to Kabul delayed?
About 36% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Kabul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Kabul flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Kabul flights?
Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 25% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?
Sharjah (SHJ) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Istanbul Airport to Kabul on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?
Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 00m.
What’s the fastest layover option from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?
Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 00m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Istanbul Airport to Kabul?
Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 48m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Kabul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kabul. 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 Kabul. Reviews last updated October 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines and flydubai from Istanbul Airport to Kabul 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.
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Leslie,Feb 2025
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Top 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Kabul
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Kabul. 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 22, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$377 | Average$607 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time18% | |
| Cheapest$563 | Average$667 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$717 | Average$757 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |