Travelling from Dubai to Kandahar International Airport (KDH): What you need to know
Kandahar is 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Kandahar International Airport is located in Kandahar, which runs on the UTC+4:30 timezone.
Your flight from Dubai to KDH won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
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71% of flights leaving from Dubai International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
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Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure highlights how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
Getting from Kandahar International Airport (KDH) to central Kandahar
From Kandahar International Airport, central Kandahar is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Kandahar International Airport (KDH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Kandahar International Airport is $286. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $623. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Dubai to KDH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Kandahar International Airport (KDH)
December is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Kandahar International Airport (KDH), while March is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Kandahar based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Dubai to KDH plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kandahar to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Kandahar International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Kandahar
Book your flight from Dubai to Kandahar International Airport and then search for the perfect hotel to base yourself at. AZ guest house is a traveller favourite in Kandahar.
You'll find plenty of things to do in Kandahar when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak) followed by Dahla Dam and Ahmad Shah Baba Abdulali Masjeed.
