KabultoIstanbulFlight Time
KBL–IST · Nonstop
Kabul (Kabul International Airport) to Istanbul (Istanbul Airport).
The estimated flight time from Kabul (KBL) to Istanbul (IST) is about 5h 11m, covering 2,233 miles. Turkish Airlines and Kam Air fly the route nonstop with 3×/wk departures.
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| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~5h 11m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 2,233 mi | Nonstop | 3×/wk From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Kabul to Istanbul
Turkish Airlines and Kam Air operate 3×/wk flights from KBL to IST. Departures leave from Terminal I at KBL.
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 2×/wk | Airbus A330 · Seat map | — |
| Kam Air | weekly | Airbus A340 · Terminal I | — |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
IST to KBL flights — 1-2/day on 3 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for KBL, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 3 scheduled departures across 2 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Kabul to Istanbul?
The estimated flight time from Kabul (KBL) to Istanbul (IST) is about 5h 11m, based on the 2,233-mile flying distance.
How far is Kabul from Istanbul?
Kabul (KBL) to Istanbul (IST) is about 2,233 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Kabul to Istanbul?
Yes. Turkish Airlines and Kam Air fly nonstop from Kabul (KBL) to Istanbul (IST), with 3×/wk departures.
Which airlines fly from Kabul to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines and Kam Air fly nonstop from Kabul (KBL) to Istanbul (IST).
What aircraft fly from Kabul to Istanbul?
The KBL–IST route is flown with Airbus A330, Airbus A340.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near Istanbul
- SAW - IstanbulSabiha Gokcen International Airport · 39 mi from ISTFlights to SAW