Travelling from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Kabul Airport (KBL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport is 5 hours.
Kabul is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul and follows the UTC+4:30 timezone.
There are three Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport flights each week.
Your SAW 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 flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea 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 travelling during peak periods in general.
Kam Air has direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kabul — and maybe even more of Afghanistan if your schedule allows.
Kam Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Kam Air leads the way as the most punctual carrier for SAW to KBL flights, with 95.12% of services landing as scheduled.
If you want to discover a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between SAW and KBL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Kabul Airport (KBL)
291 € is currently the best price for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport flight. Return flights start from 642 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from SAW to KBL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Of all flights leaving Istanbul Sabiha Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Istanbul Sabiha Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near SAW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kabul Airport (KBL)
If you're getting in on a late Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near KBL:
Getting from Kabul Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul Airport to central Kabul has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kabul Airport (KBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Kabul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Kabul is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Kabul Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAW to KBL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kandahar is just one of the many places in Afghanistan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kabul. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak), Dahla Dam and Ahmad Shah Baba Abdulali Masjeed.