Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kabul is UTC+4:30, which is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Francisco.
Your SFO 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 for international travel.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Kabul International Airport. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is a top stopover on the SFO to KBL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight is 536 €. A round-trip fare is currently 1.206 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to KBL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Kabul International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights departing from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kabul International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've landed on a late San Francisco International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment are good choices near KBL.
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul International Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Kabul. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kabul International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Kabul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Kabul International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Kabul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to KBL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Afghanistan
You've done Kabul, now it's time to discover more of Afghanistan. Journey about 451 kilometres south-west to Kandahar to check off its popular sights. From First Fountain to Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak), there's plenty to keep you busy.
Jalalabad is another sought-after destination in Afghanistan and is around 121 kilometres east of Kabul. No trip is complete without a visit to Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park.