Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
The timezone in Kabul is UTC+4:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Cologne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your CGN to KBL flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
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 Cologne Bonn Airport to Kabul International Airport. Many passengers pass through Istanbul Ataturk Airport when flying between CGN and KBL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Kabul International Airport flight is $1,439. A return fare right now is $1,836. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from CGN to KBL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kabul International Airport.
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Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Of all flights leaving Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Cologne Bonn Airport from central Cologne, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CGN? If you're catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kabul International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Stay moments from your arrivals gate if you're getting in on a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant is a comfortable option near KBL. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Orhan Apartment before continuing to your final destination.
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
From Kabul International Airport, Kabul is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kabul International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Kabul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Kabul International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Kabul, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CGN to KBL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kabul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Afghanistan just waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-west of Kabul, a trip to Kandahar will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like First Fountain, Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak).
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.