Traveling from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport (KBL): What you need to know
The timezone in Kabul is UTC+4:30, which is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC. Kabul International Airport is located in Kabul.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Washington DC to KBL. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting away during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Located around 6 kilometers from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport with a stop at Istanbul Airport (IST). A major stopover between Washington Dulles International Airport and KBL, it's the perfect opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
IAD is about 40 kilometers from central Washington DC. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Washington DC to KBL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
77% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The journey to BWI from the center of Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometers or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Kabul International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Reserve a hotel near KBL if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport. Pick one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul International Airport is about 8 kilometers from central Kabul. How long it'll take to get there in a car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport is $635. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,214. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to KBL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Think about the kind of vacation you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Kabul. March is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport (KBL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Washington DC to KBL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kabul to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kabul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kabul right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Kabul International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Babur Garden, National Museum of Afghanistan and Ancient Stupa are leading attractions which should be on every Kabul itinerary.