Flying from Chicago to Kabul International Airport (KBL): What you need to know
The timezone in Kabul is UTC+4:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago. Kabul International Airport is located in Kabul.
Your flight from Chicago to KBL won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Chicago to KBL, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Istanbul Airport (IST) is one option when leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Kabul International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to KBL flight:
76% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Make catching an early Chicago to Kabul International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that leave from RFD touch down at their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Book a hotel near KBL if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Kabul International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul International Airport to the centre of Kabul is around 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Kabul International Airport is ج.م. 33,868. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 62,553. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to KBL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Chicago to Kabul International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
March is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Kabul International Airport (KBL). Visit Kabul in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Chicago to KBL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kabul to range from 16ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Kabul International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 8ºC.
More about Kabul
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Kabul International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kabul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Babur Garden, National Museum of Afghanistan and Ancient Stupa are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Kabul itinerary.
