Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
Kabul's timezone is UTC+4:30, which makes Kabul nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago.
Leave plenty of time to make your ORD to KBL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Kabul International Airport. Many passengers pass through Dubai Airport when flying between ORD and KBL.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
At the moment, ج.م. 44,554 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 55,985. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from ORD to KBL, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Kabul International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Kabul International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ORD:
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're getting in on a late O'Hare International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant is a comfortable option near KBL. Or check in and relax at Orhan Apartment before continuing to your final destination.
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul International Airport is approximately 2 kilometres from the centre of Kabul. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Kabul International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Kabul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Kabul International Airport for July if you want to visit Kabul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to KBL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Afghanistan
You've seen Kabul, now it's time to explore more of Afghanistan. Journey about 451 kilometres south-west to Kandahar to check off its top sights. From First Fountain to Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak), you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Jalalabad is another favourite destination in Afghanistan and is around 121 kilometres east of Kabul. No trip is complete without a visit to Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park.
