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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kabul to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.RM2,294 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Kabul on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Kabul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,294, select.
Istanbul.RM2,465 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kabul on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Kabul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,465, select.
Istanbul.RM2,495 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kabul on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Kabul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,495, select.
Istanbul.RM2,495 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Sun, 29 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kabul on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Kabul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,495, select.
Istanbul.RM2,519 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Kabul on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Kabul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,519, select.
Istanbul.RM2,524 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Kabul on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Kabul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,524, select.
Istanbul.RM2,524 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Kabul on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Kabul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,524, select.
Istanbul.RM2,524 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Kabul on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Kabul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,524, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kabul to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in February.
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Kabul to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Kabul to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,294
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time5 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week9

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Finding cheap flights from Kabul to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kabul to Istanbul is RM2,294. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Kabul to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and Kam Air fly direct from Kabul to Istanbul.
As of February 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Kabul to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Kabul to Istanbul is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kabul Airport to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 25 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 5 hours 45 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul one hour 30 minutes behind Kabul.

  • Flights from KBL to IST start from 08:15 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 18:20 with Kam Air. Overall, there are nine weekly Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to catch your KBL to IST flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • Kam Air offers direct flights from Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Kam Air.

  • Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the KBL to IST route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Currently, RM1,219 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,294. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from KBL to IST by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from KBL to IST.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Kabul International Airport (KBL)

  • When it comes to Kabul International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61.66% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to Kabul International Airport from central Kabul, it'll take about 5 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 2 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment are near KBL. They're a particularly great choice if you're taking off early.

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Kabul International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KBL to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Kabul to Istanbul

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