Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport is 2 hours.
Kabul's timezone is UTC+4:30, making Kabul one hour behind New Delhi.
To ensure you catch your DEL to KBL flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Kabul (and then seeing more of Afghanistan!) is a snap with Kam Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Kam Air on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for DEL to KBL flights is Kam Air.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport. Many passengers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Rs76,822 is the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs163,061. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from DEL to KBL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DEL to KBL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of all flights departing from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% land on time at their destination.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DEL? If you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're getting in on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant is a comfortable option close to 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 to the centre of Kabul has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Kabul in April.
Book your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Kabul International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Kabul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEL to KBL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kabul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Afghanistan just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-west of Kabul, a visit to Kandahar will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like First Fountain, Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak).
Jalalabad is another standout destination in Afghanistan and is around 121 kilometres east of Kabul. No trip is complete without dropping by Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park.