Travelling from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport (KBL): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport (KBL). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the two main airports in Glasgow.
Kabul International Airport is located in Kabul. The city runs on the UTC+4:30 timezone and is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Glasgow.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow to KBL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Glasgow to KBL even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Dubai Airport (DXB) is an option when leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Glasgow to KBL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
76.7% of flights taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport or just want to settle in quick? Booking a hotel near KBL makes perfect sense. Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment are great options.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
350 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport. Return flights start from 767 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Glasgow to KBL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Kabul. June is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport (KBL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Glasgow to KBL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Kabul, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Kabul
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Kabul International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kabul:
Gardens of Babur (Bagh-e-Babur) and National Museum of Afghanistan are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Kabul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ancient Stupa.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kabul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Afghanistan just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres east of Kabul, a visit to Jalalabad will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Raihan Garden RK, Abdul Haq Park and Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک.
Your journey through Afghanistan wouldn't be complete without a stop in Kunduz. بالاحصار كندز (كهندژ) Kunduz Fort is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 241 kilometres north of Kabul.