Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kabul is UTC+4:30, which is five hours 30 minutes behind Brisbane.
To ensure you get on your BNE to KBL flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as January. 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.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Kabul International Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Kabul International Airport flight is $958. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,924. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from BNE to KBL, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Brisbane Airport to Kabul International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BNE to KBL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Brisbane Airport to Kabul International Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Of all flights leaving Brisbane Airport, 66.16% land on schedule at their destination.
Brisbane Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Kabul International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to BNE:
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just come in on a late Brisbane Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment are great choices near KBL.
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
Kabul International Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Kabul. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Kabul International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Kabul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to Kabul International Airport for July if you want to go to Kabul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BNE to KBL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kabul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Afghanistan you should also see. About 451 kilometres south-west of Kabul, a visit to Kandahar will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like First Fountain, Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak).
Around 121 kilometres east of Kabul, Jalalabad is another favourite stop in Afghanistan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park.