Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kabul Airport (KBL): what you need to know
Kabul is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC+4:30 timezone.
Your ORD to KBL flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kabul Airport. Many passengers pass through Istanbul Airport when flying between ORD and KBL.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
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Arriving at Kabul Airport (KBL)
Consider booking a hotel close to KBL if you have a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kabul Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Kabul Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Kabul. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Kabul Airport (KBL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kabul Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Kabul. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kabul Airport for July if you want to visit Kabul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to KBL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Afghanistan
You've seen Kabul, now it's time to explore other corners of Afghanistan. Travel around 451 kilometres south-west to Kandahar to tick off its top attractions. From Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak) to Dahla Dam and Ahmad Shah Baba Abdulali Masjeed, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.