Direct (nonstop) flights from Kandahar to Kabul

1 airline flys nonstop from Kandahar (KDH) to Kabul International (KBL). It's 286 miles (461 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by Ariana Afghan Airlines.

KDH
Kandahar
🇦🇫 Kandahar, Afghanistan
KBL
Kabul International
🇦🇫 Kabul, Afghanistan
Flight Time
1h
Distance
286 mi
461 km
CO₂/pax
53 kg
−163 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Ariana Afghan Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Ariana Afghan Airlines Ariana Afghan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ariana Afghan Airlines FG Ariana Afghan Airlines
Route
KDH → KBL
Flight Time
1h
Distance
286 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kandahar to Kabul with one stop · direct emits 53 kg CO₂ per passenger

KDH MHD (Mashad) KBL
Leg 1: 1h 15m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (552 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+308% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KDH → MHD
1h 15m · 483 mi
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Leg 2
MHD → KBL
1h 45m · 552 mi
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KDH DXB (Dubai) KBL
Leg 1: 2h (769 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,047 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 344 kg CO₂ (+549% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KDH → DXB
2h · 769 mi
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Leg 2
DXB → KBL
3h · 1,047 mi
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KDH JED (Jeddah) KBL
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,780 mi) Leg 2: 4h 45m (2,028 mi) Total: ~9h 10m 🍃 669 kg CO₂ (+1162% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KDH → JED
4h 25m · 1,780 mi
View KDH to JED flights →
Leg 2
JED → KBL
4h 45m · 2,028 mi
View JED to KBL flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kandahar to Kabul?

A nonstop flight from Kandahar (KDH) to Kabul (KBL) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 286 miles (461 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kandahar to Kabul?

Just Ariana Afghan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kandahar to Kabul?

Yes. 1 airline: Ariana Afghan Airlines.

How far is Kandahar from Kabul?

The flight distance from Kandahar to Kabul is 286 miles (461 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Kandahar to Kabul?

At 1h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Kandahar to Kabul?

Roughly 53 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 265 km.

Is the return flight from Kabul to Kandahar also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kandahar to Kabul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Kandahar for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.