Cheap Flights Istanbul to Kabul from £239

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Istanbul (IST) to Kabul (KBL)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Pegasus Airlines offers one-way fares as low as £239 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SAW to KBL on Tue, Sep 15), while Turkish Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £542 departing on Fri, Oct 9 and returning on Fri, Oct 16.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Istanbul to Kabul?

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

• How long is the flight from Istanbul (IST) to Kabul (KBL)?

  It takes about 4 hours 59 minutes to fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kabul (KBL).

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

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Kabul 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 Istanbul to Kabul?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 15 flight per week flying from Istanbul to Kabul. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Kam Air: S/M/T/-/T/F/S -- RQ9920 (05:01) Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TK706 (01:21)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Istanbul to Kabul, 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 Tue, Sep 15, with one-way flights priced at just £239.
  · 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 Kabul travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Kabul to get the best price?

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

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Istanbul to Kabul?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Kabul on August 24, 2026 with Pegasus Airlines, with prices starting at £257.

• Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Kabul from Istanbul?

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

• What is the time difference between Istanbul and Kabul?

  The time difference between Kabul and Istanbul is 1h.

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

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled 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.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Istanbul to Kabul?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Istanbul to Kabul is £410. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a return flight from Istanbul to Kabul?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Istanbul to Kabul is £742. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Istanbul to Kabul on Trip.com?

  Enter Istanbul and Kabul, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Istanbul to Kabul route?

  Kam Air, Flydubai and Pegasus Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Istanbul to Kabul. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.