Flying from Herat International Airport (HEA) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Herat International Airport to Kabul International Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Herat and Kabul share the UTC+4:30 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are eight Herat International Airport to Kabul International Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, jump on the 11:45 Kam Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 11:45 with Kam Air.
Give yourself enough time to make your HEA to KBL flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Kabul (and then seeing more of Afghanistan!) is a snap with Kam Air. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Herat International Airport to Kabul International Airport.
Kam Air is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 74.29% of its services arriving as scheduled, Kam Air is the most punctual carrier offering HEA to KBL flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Herat International Airport (HEA) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Herat International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight is C$130. A return plane ticket right now is C$253. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from HEA to KBL, reserve your journey seven months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Herat International Airport to Kabul International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Herat International Airport (HEA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Herat International Airport, data shows 72.97% of flights complete their journey on time.
Herat International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Herat. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're touching down on a late Herat International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant is a comfortable option near KBL. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Orhan Apartment before heading to your final destination.
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul International Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Kabul. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Herat International Airport to Kabul International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kabul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Herat International Airport to Kabul International Airport for July if you want to explore Kabul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HEA to KBL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kabul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Afghanistan waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-west of Kabul, a trip to Kandahar will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like First Fountain, Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak).
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Afghanistan, head for Jalalabad, roughly 121 kilometres east of Kabul. Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park are key reasons to visit.