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Pegasus Airlines
PC 1164
→ Outbound · 19 Sep
STN
London Stansted
KBL
Afghanistan
9:30 AM
19 Sep
21h 00m
10:00 AM
20 Sep
← Return · 29 Sep
KBL
Kabul
STN
London Stansted
10:35 PM
29 Sep
18h 30m
1:35 PM
30 Sep
from
£800
Return · per adult
Etihad
EY 68
→ Outbound · 6 Dec
LHR
London Heathrow
KBL
Afghanistan
8:55 PM
6 Dec
12h 00m
1:25 PM
7 Dec
← Return · 16 Dec
KBL
Kabul
LHR
London Heathrow
3:00 PM
16 Dec
31h 40m
6:10 PM
17 Dec
from
£822
Return · per adult
Turkish Airlines
TK 1930
→ Outbound · 2 Oct
LGW
London Gatwick
KBL
Afghanistan
7:25 AM
2 Oct
20h 25m
7:20 AM
3 Oct
← Return · 12 Oct
KBL
Kabul
LGW
London Gatwick
8:50 AM
12 Oct
17h 05m
10:25 PM
12 Oct
from
£835
Return · per adult
Etihad
EY 62
→ Outbound · 15 Oct
LHR
London Heathrow
KBL
Afghanistan
9:30 AM
15 Oct
24h 25m
1:25 PM
16 Oct
← Return · 25 Oct
KBL
Kabul
LHR
London Heathrow
7:10 PM
25 Oct
23h 50m
2:30 PM
26 Oct
from
£867
Return · per adult
Qatar Airways
QR 330
→ Outbound · 23 Nov
LGW
London Gatwick
KBL
Afghanistan
8:35 AM
23 Nov
17h 35m
6:40 AM
24 Nov
← Return · 3 Dec
KBL
Kabul
LHR
London Heathrow
11:50 AM
3 Dec
28h 55m
12:15 PM
4 Dec
from
£941
Return · per adult
Air India
AI 162
→ Outbound · 10 Nov
LHR
London Heathrow
KBL
Afghanistan
8:45 AM
10 Nov
26h 55m
4:10 PM
11 Nov
← Return · 20 Nov
KBL
Kabul
LHR
London Heathrow
10:20 AM
20 Nov
29h 40m
11:30 AM
21 Nov
from
£967
Return · per adult
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Top 5 airlines flying from London to Afghanistan
Cheapest and average return economy fares by carrier, from our sampled live searches. Fares change constantly — tap Search to see live prices for your dates.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flights | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etihad | £716 | £1038 | With stops | |
| Pegasus Airlines | £798 | £819 | With stops | |
| Turkish Airlines | £832 | £857 | With stops | |
 Aer Lingus | £1023 | £1023 | With stops | |
 Emirates | £1162 | £1162 | With stops |
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Insights & trends for London to Afghanistan flights
Data-powered insights to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
How much is a return flight from London to Afghanistan?
Return flights from London to Afghanistan typically cost between £800 and £845 in August, though fares move with demand, season and how early you book. The lowest fare our search found recently was £800 — a great price and well below the usual range, so a price near this is worth grabbing. Keeping your dates flexible and comparing nearby days is the easiest way to land at the cheaper end.
What is the cheapest day to fly to Afghanistan?
The cheapest day to depart to Afghanistan is usually Monday, when fares start from around £800 — midweek departures tend to be quieter and cheaper. Wednesday is typically the most expensive day to fly out (around £822), as weekend travel is popular with leisure and business travellers alike. Where your plans allow, moving your outbound to a cheaper weekday can noticeably lower the total fare.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Afghanistan?
Flights to Afghanistan are generally cheapest departing in the morning, with fares from around £716. Departures in midday tend to cost more (about £798), as those slots are more convenient and in higher demand. Picking an off-peak departure time is a simple way to trim the price without changing your dates.
What is the cheapest London airport to fly to Afghanistan from?
The cheapest return flights to Afghanistan depart from London Stansted (STN), from around £798. London has several airports serving this route and fares can vary between them — Gatwick (LGW) is often the priciest at around £835. It's worth checking which London airport is both cheapest and most convenient for you before booking.
Average return fare to Afghanistan by month
The cheapest month to fly from London to Afghanistan is typically January, with return economy fares from £800. Fares are usually highest in July (around £1162). Figures are indicative, from sampled live fares, and change with demand.
Cheapest sampled return economy fare, London to Afghanistan, per month (gaps estimated). Search live for exact prices.
When to book flights from London to Afghanistan
Are your dates flexible? These are the ideal times to fly to Afghanistan based on our flight data — find the cheapest days for a 7-day trip.
Cheap flights to Afghanistan from across the UK
You don't have to fly from London. The cheapest UK departure for Afghanistan is currently Manchester from £716. Compare return economy fares and typical flight times below — figures are indicative from sampled fares.
Indicative cheapest return economy fares by UK origin. Pick your dates in the search form above.
Reviews of airlines servicing Afghanistan
See what customers who have flown with Emirates, Turkish Airlines and more to Afghanistan have to say. Each airline is scored on boarding, crew, food, comfort and entertainment.
Emirates
1,040 reviews
Turkish Airlines
2,140 reviews
Emirates
8.4Very goodMy Emirates check-in experience was smooth and well organized. The airport staff were helpful, the process was straightforward, and boarding was handled efficiently. Overall, a stress-free start to the journey.
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About flights to Afghanistan
Overview
Afghanistan sits at the crossroads of Central and South Asia, a land of Silk Road cities, Persian-influenced architecture and the soaring peaks of the Hindu Kush. It is a specialist destination: there are no scheduled direct flights from the UK, so every journey connects through a Gulf hub, most often Dubai. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) currently advises against all travel to Afghanistan and consular support is very limited, so check GOV.UK carefully and make sure any cover reflects that advice before you book.
Best time to fly to Afghanistan
Spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October) bring the most settled weather, with warm days and cool evenings. Summers are intensely hot in low-lying Kandahar and Jalalabad, though Kabul and Bamiyan stay more comfortable at altitude. Winters are long and bitterly cold, with heavy snow often closing mountain passes such as the Salang. Fares tend to rise around Afghan holidays and Nowruz in late March — see the When to book chart above.
Main gateway cities & airports
- Kabul (KBL): Hamid Karzai International Airport, the main entry point for UK travellers.
- Mazar-i-Sharif (MZR): northern gateway with some international services.
- Herat (HEA): western city near the Iranian border.
- Kandahar (KDH): southern hub.
Airlines and routes
No carrier flies non-stop between the UK and Afghanistan. A typical routing is London Heathrow or Manchester to Dubai with Emirates or British Airways, then Dubai to Kabul with flydubai. Kam Air and Ariana Afghan Airlines operate regional links from Dubai, Sharjah, Islamabad and Istanbul, and Air Arabia connects via Sharjah. Allow roughly 7 hours from London to Dubai and about 2.5 hours on to Kabul, plus your layover — total journey time is commonly 13 to 20 hours. From Manchester, expect slightly longer with the extra connection.
Popular places to visit in Afghanistan
- Band-e-Amir: Afghanistan's first national park, a string of deep-blue lakes held back by natural travertine dams.
- Bamiyan Valley: UNESCO-listed cliffs, ancient cave chambers and the empty niches of the lost Buddhas.
- Herat: a graceful old city famed for its tiled Friday Mosque and the Citadel of Alexander.
- Mazar-i-Sharif: home to the radiant blue-tiled Shrine of Hazrat Ali.
- Kabul: Babur's Gardens, the National Museum and the lively bazaars of the capital.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Afghanistan
- Compare hub routings — Dubai, Sharjah and Islamabad connections can vary a lot in price; check the price charts on this page.
- Book several weeks ahead, as seats into Kabul are limited and sell out quickly.
- Travel midweek and avoid Nowruz and Eid periods, when demand and fares peak.
- Keep baggage light and check allowances, as regional carriers can be stricter than the Gulf airlines.
Travel essentials
UK passport holders need a visa arranged in advance; processing has been slow and unpredictable since 2021, so start early. The currency is the afghani (AFN) and Afghanistan runs largely on cash — UK cards and ATMs are mostly unusable, so carry clean US dollars to exchange. Review the latest FCDO advice and confirm your insurance is valid before travelling, and use the When to book chart above to time your booking.
Baggage & hand-luggage allowance for flights to Afghanistan
Your allowance to Afghanistan depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
Packing & baggage tips
- Full-service carriers (e.g. British Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM) usually include a checked bag on long-haul economy fares; basic/low-cost fares often don't.
- Cabin (hand) bag size is commonly around 56 × 45 × 25 cm — confirm your airline's limit before you pack.
- Liquids in hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml or less, inside one clear resealable bag.
- Weigh your bags at home — airport excess-baggage fees are far higher than pre-booked allowances.
- Extra or heavier bags are almost always cheaper added online in advance than at the airport.
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