How long is the flight from California to Afghanistan?

Flight times from California to Afghanistan vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Kabul (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 24h 10m on average. Another popular route from California to Afghanistan is flying from Los Angeles to Kabul, which will take roughly 27h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Afghanistan?

Etihad Airways is the most popular carrier operating from California to Afghanistan

What airlines fly to Afghanistan?

Turkish Airlines, Emirates and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Afghanistan from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Afghanistan. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Afghanistan on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Afghanistan?

Prices for flights from California to Afghanistan were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Afghanistan?

As of November 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Afghanistan.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Afghanistan?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Afghanistan.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Afghanistan?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Afghanistan trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:35 pm - 4:00 pmSFO San Francisco-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

32h 55m2 stops Istanbul Dubai Intl

5:15 pm - 4:30 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-SFO San Francisco

35h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Istanbul

$1,268Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 23

3:50 pm - 8:05 amLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

27h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

5:15 pm - 1:50 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

33h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,306Emirates

Tue, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 19

3:50 pm - 8:05 amLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

27h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

5:15 pm - 1:50 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

33h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,306Emirates

Tue, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 15

3:50 pm - 8:05 amLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

27h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

9:15 am - 1:50 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

41h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,306Emirates

Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 18

3:35 pm - 7:40 amSFO San Francisco-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

27h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dubai Intl

5:05 pm - 12:40 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-SFO San Francisco

32h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,316Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 1

12:45 pm - 7:40 amLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

30h 25m2 stops Istanbul Dubai Intl

5:05 pm - 4:35 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

36h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Istanbul

$1,329Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 10

6:30 pm - 7:15 amLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

24h 15m1 stop Istanbul

8:45 am - 4:35 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

20h 20m1 stop Istanbul

$1,350Turkish Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

12:45 pm - 7:15 amLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

30h 00m1 stop Istanbul

8:45 am - 10:50 amKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

38h 35m1 stop Istanbul

$1,396Turkish Airlines

Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 17

6:00 am - 6:10 pmSFO San Francisco-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

47h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:10 pm - 7:23 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-SFO San Francisco

39h 43m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,402Etihad Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, May 17

12:30 am - 6:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

30h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

7:20 pm - 10:37 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

38h 47m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,416Etihad Airways

Wed, Mar 24 - Sun, Apr 11

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3:50 pm - 4:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

35h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

5:15 pm - 1:50 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

33h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,306Emirates

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 10

3:50 pm - 4:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

35h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

9:15 am - 1:50 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

41h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,306Emirates

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Feb 10

3:50 pm - 8:05 amLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

27h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl

9:15 am - 1:50 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

41h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,306Emirates

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Dec 9

10:20 pm - 6:10 pmSAN San Diego-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

31h 20m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

7:10 pm - 12:40 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-SAN San Diego

30h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Calgary

$1,359Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Dec 11

9:40 pm - 6:10 pmSAN San Diego-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

32h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:00 pm - 7:33 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-SAN San Diego

41h 03m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,374Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Dec 7

8:26 pm - 6:10 pmSAN San Diego-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

33h 14m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

7:10 pm - 7:33 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-SAN San Diego

36h 53m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,382Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Dec 7

8:26 pm - 6:10 pmSAN San Diego-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

33h 14m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

7:10 pm - 7:33 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-SAN San Diego

36h 53m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,407Etihad Airways

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Dec 8

6:05 am - 6:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

23h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

7:10 pm - 8:51 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

38h 11m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,418Etihad Airways

Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Dec 10

12:45 pm - 7:15 amLAX Los Angeles-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

30h 00m1 stop Istanbul

8:45 am - 10:50 amKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-LAX Los Angeles

38h 35m1 stop Istanbul

$1,587Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Dec 6

6:35 pm - 7:15 amSFO San Francisco-KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

24h 10m1 stop Istanbul

8:45 am - 4:30 pmKBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash-SFO San Francisco

20h 15m1 stop Istanbul

$2,001Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Feb 12

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Emirates flights from California to Afghanistan

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Emirates

Nov 16

LAX3:50 pmLos Angeles

27h 45m

1 stop

KBL8:05 amKabul Khwaja Rawash

Dec 15

KBL5:15 pmKabul Khwaja Rawash

33h 05m

1 stop

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

$1,306

Emirates

Feb 11

LAX3:50 pmLos Angeles

35h 40m

1 stop

KBL4:00 pmKabul Khwaja Rawash

Feb 15

KBL5:15 pmKabul Khwaja Rawash

33h 05m

1 stop

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

$1,356

Emirates

Nov 16

LAX3:50 pmLos Angeles

27h 45m

1 stop

KBL8:05 amKabul Khwaja Rawash

Dec 11

KBL9:15 amKabul Khwaja Rawash

41h 05m

1 stop

LAX1:50 pmLos Angeles

$1,369

Etihad Airways flights from California to Afghanistan

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Etihad Airways

Nov 17

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

47h 40m

2 stops

KBL6:10 pmKabul Khwaja Rawash

May 17

KBL3:10 pmKabul Khwaja Rawash

39h 43m

2 stops

SFO7:23 pmSan Francisco

$1,402

Etihad Airways

Nov 6

SAN8:26 pmSan Diego

33h 14m

2 stops

KBL6:10 pmKabul Khwaja Rawash

Dec 8

KBL7:10 pmKabul Khwaja Rawash

36h 53m

2 stops

SAN7:33 pmSan Diego

$1,407

Etihad Airways

Mar 24

LAX12:30 amLos Angeles

30h 15m

2 stops

KBL6:15 pmKabul Khwaja Rawash

Apr 11

KBL7:20 pmKabul Khwaja Rawash

38h 47m

2 stops

LAX10:37 pmLos Angeles

$1,416

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6:35 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops32h 55m

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Wed 12/23

5:15 pm-4:30 pm

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$1,268

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3:50 pm-8:05 am

1 stop27h 45m

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Fri 2/19

5:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,306

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3:50 pm-8:05 am

1 stop27h 45m

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5:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,306

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3:50 pm-8:05 am

1 stop27h 45m

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Thu 2/18

9:15 am-1:50 pm

1 stop41h 05m

$1,306

San FranciscoKabul

SFO San Francisco - KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

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San Francisco

Mon 2/22

3:35 pm-7:40 am

2 stops27h 35m

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Mon 3/1

5:05 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,316

Los AngelesKabul

LAX Los Angeles - KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

LAXKBL

Los Angeles

Tue 11/17

12:45 pm-7:40 am

2 stops30h 25m

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Thu 12/10

5:05 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,329

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Wed 12/2

6:30 pm-7:15 am

1 stop24h 15m

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Wed 12/9

8:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$1,350

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LAX Los Angeles - KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

LAXKBL

Los Angeles

Wed 2/10

12:45 pm-7:15 am

1 stop30h 00m

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Wed 2/17

8:45 am-10:50 am

1 stop38h 35m

$1,396

San FranciscoKabul

SFO San Francisco - KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

SFOKBL

San Francisco

Tue 11/17

6:00 am-6:10 pm

2 stops47h 40m

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Mon 5/17

3:10 pm-7:23 pm

2 stops39h 43m

$1,402

Los AngelesKabul

LAX Los Angeles - KBL Kabul Khwaja Rawash

LAXKBL

Los Angeles

Wed 3/24

12:30 am-6:15 pm

2 stops30h 15m

Kabul Khwaja Rawash

Sun 4/11

7:20 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops38h 47m

$1,416

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Afghanistan?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to Afghanistan. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,246. If you’re not able to fly to Afghanistan in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Afghanistan during March average around $1,316.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Afghanistan?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Afghanistan from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Afghanistan for around $1,370 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Afghanistan from California for as low as $1,147 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$613
Fastest flight time	24h 10m
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The best one-way flight to Afghanistan from California in the past 72 hours is $613. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Afghanistan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,268.

The fastest flight from California to Afghanistan takes 24h 10m

There are no direct flights from California to Afghanistan. There are no popular flight routes from California to Afghanistan.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Afghanistan?
Prices for flights from California to Afghanistan were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Afghanistan?
As of November 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Afghanistan.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Afghanistan?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Afghanistan.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Afghanistan?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Afghanistan trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Kam Air	PriceFrom $356	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Kam Air flights
flydubai	PriceFrom $411	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 150 reviews	Search flydubai flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $626	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,712 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $733	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,698 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom $772	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,647 reviews	Search Air France flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,688 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $872	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,861 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,094	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,468 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,166	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,556 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights

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