Shortest Flight
Etihad Airways
7 Oct, Wed
Riyadh – Kabul
23h 25m
1 stop
RUH–KBL
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Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Kabul
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price C$432
- Direct flight duration 7 hour 35 min
- Arrival airports KBL
- Best days to book Wednesday
- Average over the last 30 days C$432
Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Kabul
Last update: 28 September 2026 21:38
Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Kabul Flights
Cheapest Day11 October Sunday
Best Price
C$417
Average Price
C$435
C$538
C$417
Key Features of the Airlines
- oneworld Member
- Jordan Flag Carrier
- Full Service
- Star Alliance Member
- Canada Flag Carrier
- Premium Service
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- oneworld Member
- US Flag Carrier
- Global Network
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center
King Khalid Intl. Airport
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.
Taxi
Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.
Bus Services
Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.
Metro
Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.
Hotel Shuttles
Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.
Rental Car
For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.
Transportation to Kabul City Center from Airport
Kabul Intl. Airport
Kabul, Afghanistan's capital and largest city, is a city developed economically and culturally thanks to the Hayber Pass which connects Pakistan and Afghanistan. Babylon Gardens, Kabul Zoo, Bala Hisar, Ghazi Stadium, Kabul Museum, Darul Aman Palace, Afghan National Gallery are among the places you can see in Kabul, which hosts many civilizations.
You need to get a visa before traveling to Kabul. Private, service and regular passport holders are subjected to a visa. Diplomatic passport holders can be considered immune from visa for 90 days. In case you plan to travel to Kabul, Kabul International Airport (Hamid Karzai International Airport) will welcome you.
It is possible to travel to Kabul through direct and indirect flights with many airlines, especially Turkish Airlines (THY), from Turkey. You can reach Kabul from Istanbul in about 5 hours by plane.
One flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kabul is carried out every day. It is also possible to have an indirect flight between Istanbul and Kabul.
Emirates and Flydubai fly from Istanbul to Kabul in connection with Dubai. Kabul International Airport is not too far from the city center. You can take a bus, taxi, private car or walk to the airport terminal. But let's also point out that reaching the terminal by foot may be dangerous.
The currency you will use for transportation will be the Afghan Afghani (AFN). Do not forget that 1 Turkish Lira is approximately 23 Afghanis.
Bus
Buses are the most commonly used means of transportation in Kabul. The one-way fare for these buses that provide transportation from the airport to the city is 15-20 Afghanis. If you want to travel by bus from the airport to the city, you should definitely have a booklet with language help; because the routes and numbers are written in the local language may not be very clear for the foreign tourists. For this reason, using a helpful booklet can make your job easier.
Taxi
If you want to reach Kabul International Airport from Kabul city center in a comfortable way, you can use taxi. You can reach the city center in a very short time by taking a taxi among the ones waiting outside the airport terminal. You can reach the city center by taxi paying between 25-30 Turkish Liras.
Car Rental
You can also get to the city center of Kabul from the airport by renting a private car. Car rental companies at Kabul International Airport would like to see your driver's license before delivering the car to you.
Kabul Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Today
Monday
28 Sep
23°11°
Tuesday
29 Sep
24°11°
Wednesday
30 Sep
27°11°
Thursday
1 Oct
26°13°
Friday
2 Oct
26°12°
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Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Kabul flights?
Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Kabul flights?
For Riyadh-Kabul flights, you can use King Khalid Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Kabul Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Kabul and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Kabul and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Riyadh-Kabul is 2425 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 3 hour.
Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Kabul flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Kabul flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riyadh-Kabul flights is Sunday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Riyadh-Kabul?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Riyadh-Kabul?
Kam Air organizes direct flights between Riyadh-Kabul.
Riyadh-Kabul: which airline is better value on this route?
Riyadh-Kabul: 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 Etihad Airways starts from approximately C$417.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Etihad Airways | C$417 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Flydubai | C$448 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x38x20 cm) / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 25.09.2026
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