Bannu to Ashgabat flights
Ashgabat lies 1,235 km (768 mi) north-west of Bannu, 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.
| Bannu | Ashgabat | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Turkmenistan |
| Population | 1.4 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 379 m (1,243 ft) | 219 m (719 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Ashgabat) |
| Nearest large airport | KHT, 81 km out | ASB, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ashgabat
Crossing from Pakistan into Turkmenistan: money changes from the Rupee to the Manat (TMT); traffic switches to the right; sockets are Euro, NEMA 5-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +993; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashgabat International Airport | ASB | 5 km (3 mi) | 12,467 ft | 692 ft |
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Staying in Ashgabat
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Ashgabat. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
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Common questions
How far is Ashgabat from Bannu?
1,235 km (768 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bannu.
How long does it take to get from Bannu to Ashgabat 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 Bannu and Ashgabat?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bannu to Ashgabat flights?
Typically Khost International Airport (KHT) to Ashgabat International Airport (ASB).
What currency do I need in Ashgabat?
The Manat (TMT).
Where can I stay in Ashgabat?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Ashgabat, 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.