Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
Kabul is four hours 30 minutes ahead of London and observes the UTC+4:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your LGW to KBL flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to check out another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Kabul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport is a popular stop between LGW and KBL.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Currently, $1,122 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,810. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LGW to KBL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kabul International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that depart London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kabul International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Kabul International Airport flight? Grab your bags and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two options close to KBL are Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment.
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 reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Kabul is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kabul International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to KBL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Kabul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Afghanistan just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-west of Kabul, a trip to Kandahar will keep you on the move. 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 essential stop in Afghanistan. Start your sightseeing at Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park.