Cheap flights from Istanbul to Kabul

Cheapest current fares: $281 in August 2026, 3,594 km direct flight in ~4h 14m.

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Cheapest month-by-month fares

Lowest available fare per calendar month from Istanbul (IST) to Kabul (KBL). Refreshed daily.

Istanbul (IST) → Kabul (KBL)

  1. August 2026 $281
  2. December 2026 $305
  3. September 2026 $411
  4. January 2027 $430

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kabul?

    Based on current 6-month forward fare data, August 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kabul (KBL), with fares starting from $281.

  • What is the lowest current fare from IST to KBL?

    The lowest currently-listed fare from Istanbul (IST) to Kabul (KBL) is $281 on 2026-08-25.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul to Kabul?

    Direct flights from IST to KBL cover approximately 3,594 km (2,233 miles), with an estimated flight time of 4h 14m. Operating airlines: FG, RQ, TK.

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