Cheap Flights from Kabul to Istanbul from US$358

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Kabul to Istanbul (KBL-IST)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Flydubai offers one-way fares as low as US$358 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. KBL to SAW on Mon, Jul 27), while Kam Air offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$699 departing on Sat, Jul 25 and returning on Wed, Jul 29.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Kabul to Istanbul?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Kabul to Istanbul with the following airlines, including: Kam Air Turkish Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is a flight from Kabul to Istanbul?

  It takes about 5 hours 34 minutes to fly from Kabul to Istanbul.

• When is the best time to book flights from Kabul to Istanbul?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Kabul to Istanbul is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Kabul to Istanbul?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 14 flight per week flying from Kabul to Istanbul. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Kam Air: S/M/-/W/T/F/S -- RQ9919 (22:45) Kam Air: -/-/T/-/T/-/- -- RQ9909 (17:30) Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TK707 (08:47)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Kabul to Istanbul?

  To find best deals on flights from Kabul to Istanbul, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, Jul 27, with one-way flights priced at just US$358.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Kam Air.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Istanbul travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Kabul (KBL) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Kabul to Istanbul is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kabul to Istanbul on?

  After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Kabul to Istanbul on July 27, 2026 with Etihad Airways, with prices starting at US$358.

• Which airports can I fly to for Istanbul from Kabul?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Istanbul, with Kabul International Airport to Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (KBL-SAW) is by far the most common option on this route: Ataturk Airport (ISL) Istanbul Airport (IST) Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).

• Is there any time difference between Kabul and Istanbul?

  The time difference between Istanbul and Kabul is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Kabul to Istanbul?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.