Balkh to Kabul flights
Kabul lies 322 km (200 mi) south-east of Balkh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 10 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.
| Balkh | Kabul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Afghanistan | Afghanistan |
| Population | 114,883 | 4.4 million |
| Elevation | 348 m (1,142 ft) | 1,798 m (5,899 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) |
| Nearest large airport | MZR, 29 km out | KBL, 6 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Balkh
Balkh is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport (MZR), 29 km (18 mi) from the centre, whose 10,437-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Termez Airport (TMJ, 70 km).
Arriving in Kabul
Kabul is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kabul International Airport (KBL), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kabul International Airport | KBL | 6 km (4 mi) | 11,483 ft | 5,877 ft |
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Staying in Kabul
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Kabul. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 5-star (1), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 35 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kabul from Balkh?
322 km (200 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Balkh.
How long does it take to get from Balkh to Kabul by air?
About 1 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Balkh and Kabul?
No, both are on Asia/Kabul at the moment.
Which airports are used for Balkh to Kabul flights?
Typically Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport (MZR) to Kabul International Airport (KBL).
Where can I stay in Kabul?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Kabul, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.