Ashgabat to Bannu flights
Bannu lies 1,235 km (768 mi) south-east of Ashgabat, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 20 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Ashgabat | Bannu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkmenistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 1 million | 1.4 million |
| Elevation | 219 m (719 ft) | 379 m (1,243 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Ashgabat) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
| Nearest large airport | ASB, 5 km out | KHT, 81 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Bannu
Crossing from Turkmenistan into Pakistan: money changes from the Manat to the Rupee (PKR); traffic switches to the left; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, BS 546, Euro; the dialling code becomes +92; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648869 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648895.
Airports at each end
Leaving Ashgabat
Ashgabat is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ashgabat International Airport (ASB), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Bannu
Bannu is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Khost International Airport (KHT), 81 km (50 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,740 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khost International Airport (regional) | KHT | 81 km (50 mi) | 8,740 ft | 4,204 ft |
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Staying in Bannu
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Bannu. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1). Guests have left 1 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Bannu from Ashgabat?
1,235 km (768 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Ashgabat.
How long does it take to get from Ashgabat to Bannu by air?
About 2 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ashgabat and Bannu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ashgabat to Bannu flights?
Typically Ashgabat International Airport (ASB) to Khost International Airport (KHT).
What currency do I need in Bannu?
The Rupee (PKR).
Where can I stay in Bannu?
Our booking partner lists 2 places to stay in Bannu, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.