Traveling from Houston to Kabul International Airport (KBL): What you need to know
Kabul is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Houston. Kabul International Airport is located in Kabul, which follows the UTC+4:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Houston to KBL.
Getting away during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Houston to KBL even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Istanbul Airport (IST) is an option when taking off from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Traveling from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Houston to Kabul International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
79% of flights that take off from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can get to HOU from the center of Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to cover the 19 kilometers or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an extra night away from home. Before your Houston to KBL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Kabul International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KBL instead:
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul International Airport to central Kabul is around 8 kilometers. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
$868 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Kabul International Airport. A return flight starts from $1,429. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to KBL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
March is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Kabul International Airport (KBL). Plan your visit to Kabul in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Kabul is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Houston to KBL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Kabul International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kabul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Kabul right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Houston to Kabul International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Babur Garden, National Museum of Afghanistan and Ancient Stupa are popular attractions which should feature on any good Kabul itinerary.