Kabul to Kandahār flights
Kandahār lies 457 km (284 mi) south-west of Kabul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 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.
| Kabul | Kandahār | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Afghanistan | Afghanistan |
| Population | 4.4 million | 523,300 |
| Elevation | 1,798 m (5,899 ft) | 1,007 m (3,304 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) | UTC+4:30 (Asia/Kabul) |
| Nearest large airport | KBL, 6 km out | KDH, 18 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Kandahār
Kandahār is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ahmad Shah Baba International Airport (KDH), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 10,532-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Shah Baba International Airport | KDH | 18 km (11 mi) | 10,532 ft | 3,337 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kandahār from Kabul?
457 km (284 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kabul.
How long does it take to get from Kabul to Kandahār by air?
About 1 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 Kabul and Kandahār?
No, both are on Asia/Kabul at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kabul to Kandahār flights?
Typically Kabul International Airport (KBL) to Ahmad Shah Baba International Airport (KDH).
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.