Kabul International Airport

Kabul International Airport, with an airfield that dates back to the 1920s and officially renamed Hamid Karzai International Airport in 2014, is Afghanistan’s largest aviation gateway and handles the country’s main international and domestic flights. The facility features around two main terminals serving domestic and international operations and functions as a key hub in the region. Located on the outskirts of Kabul, it is reachable by road with taxis, private shuttles and limited bus services linking travelers to the city and nearby provinces, though travel times vary with traffic and checkpoints. Flights to and from Kabul tend to be pricier than average due to limited carrier competition and security-related fees; the airport serves as a base for national carrier Ariana Afghan Airlines and private operator Kam Air.