Best Price
Etihad Airways
28 Sep, Mon
Kabul – San Francisco
1d 14h 4m
2 stop
KBL–SFO
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Quick Flight Summary from Kabul to San Francisco
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $923
- Direct flight duration 31 hour 35 min
- Arrival airports EMB / SFO
- Best days to book Wednesday, Monday
- Average over the last 30 days $801
Cheapest flights from Kabul to San Francisco
Etihad Airways
29 Sep, Tue
Kabul – San Francisco
1d 14h 2m
2 stop
KBL–SFO
Etihad Airways
16 Oct, Fri
Kabul – San Francisco
1d 14h 6m
2 stop
KBL–SFO
Etihad Airways
30 Sep, Wed
Kabul – San Francisco
1d 18h 14m
2 stop
KBL–SFO
Etihad Airways
21 Oct, Wed
Kabul – San Francisco
1d 12h 15m
2 stop
KBL–SFO
Etihad Airways
20 Oct, Tue
Kabul – San Francisco
1d 12h 34m
2 stop
KBL–SFO
Etihad Airways
3 Nov, Tue
Kabul – San Francisco
1d 14h 15m
2 stop
KBL–SFO
Etihad Airways
21 Sep, Mon
Kabul – San Francisco
1d 14h 4m
2 stop
KBL–SFO
Shortest Flight
Etihad Airways
26 Oct, Mon
Kabul – San Francisco
1d 10h 48m
2 stop
KBL–SFO
Last update: 20 September 2026 02:51
Estimated Prices for Kabul to San Francisco Flights
Cheapest Day2 October Friday
Best Price
$919
Average Price
$1,142
$1,385
$919
Key Features of the Airlines
- Budget Turkish Flights
- Domestic Focus
- Turkish Airlines Partner
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
- Digital-First Airline
- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
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Transportation to Airport from Kabul City Center
Kabul Intl. Airport
If you travel by plane from Kabul, you need to reach Kabul International Airport (Hamid Karzai International Airport). From Kabul International Airport, you can travel to many destinations with many airlines. Turkish Airlines also organizes seven flights a week from Istanbul to Kabul. The journey from Kabul to Istanbul lasts 5 hours.
There is a time difference of 2 hours and 30 minutes between Kabul and Turkey. For example, when it is 10.30 am in Kabul, the clock may still show 08.00 am in Turkey. But Afghanistan does not apply day light saving time. Therefore, time difference with Kabul is 2 hours 30 minutes in winter and 1 hour 30 minutes in summer. When you travel from Kabul to Istanbul, it is useful to consider these differences.
There is still no advanced urban transportation network in Kabul. Due to the fact that the city is located in a mountainous area, the rail system does not exist in this area. Buses and taxis are the most commonly used means of transportation within the city. You can also choose to walk to the airport instead of driving. Obtaining a map of Kabul would help you not to encounter problem with urban transportation.
Bus
The bus is one of the most used vehicles in urban transportation in Kabul. Buses in the city are comfortable and modern. But the direction information and the numbers of the buses are in Pashtun. You can find out which buses go to Kabul International Airport if you would have a Pashtun dictionary with you a guide on this subject on your own.
Taxi
Visitors often prefer to take taxis for transportation in Kabul. Many of the taxi drivers know a little English. But just in case, you would write that you want to go to Kabul International Airport in local language on a paper and give it to the taxi driver.
Car Rental
You can rent a car to go to Kabul International Airport and get rid of the stress of catching the plane. With the car you will rent, you will not need to carry your heavy luggage between long distances on public transport vehicles.
Airport Information
Kabul International Airport, which connects Afghanistan's capital city Kabul to many points of the world, offers a more comfortable and enjoyable flight experience to its passengers with the renovation works. Improvements at the airport have resulted in the addition of a new international terminal and the old terminal is now being used for domestic flights.
Airline companies such as Turkish Airlines (THY), Emirates, Flydubai, Air India, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), Ariana Afghan, Safi Airways, Kam Air, Mahan Air, SpiceJet, East Horizon Airlines and Iranian Aseman Airlines provides flights to Kabul. The airport of the city has free Wi-Fi, a duty free, currency exchange and ATM.
At the same time, you can eat at the restaurants in the terminal, and make benefit of the post office and car parking. It is not advised to have an alcoholic drink with you on your way to Kabul. It is a crime to have an alcoholic drink with you when you land here.
Transportation to San Francisco City Center from Airport
San Francisco Intl. Airport
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.
San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.
Train
There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.
The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.
Taxi
One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.
Bus
SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.
Bike
San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.
San Francisco Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
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21°14°
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17°14°
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21 Sep
21°14°
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22 Sep
21°15°
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Which airports can I use for Kabul-San Francisco flights?
Which airports can I use for Kabul-San Francisco flights?
For Kabul-San Francisco flights, you can use Kabul Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Embarkader Airport, San Francisco Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kabul-San Francisco and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kabul-San Francisco and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Kabul-San Francisco is 11892 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 14 hour 50 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Kabul-San Francisco flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Kabul-San Francisco flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Kabul-San Francisco flights is Monday.
Kabul-San Francisco: which airline is better value on this route?
Kabul-San Francisco: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Kam Air starts from approximately $919.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Etihad Airways | $1,124 | 1 piece cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Kam Air | $919 | — |
 Emirates | $1,385 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment |
Last update: 19.09.2026
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