Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
Kabul's timezone is UTC+4:30, making Kabul six hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
Your MEL to KBL flight 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 for international travel.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
If you want to check out another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kabul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between MEL and KBL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
₹ 49,709 is the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kabul International Airport flight. Return flights start at ₹ 110,230. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from MEL to KBL, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kabul International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kabul International Airport flight? Collect your bags and head straight to a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to KBL are Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment.
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
From Kabul International Airport, Kabul is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kabul International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Kabul. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Kabul is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Kabul International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to KBL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Afghanistan
You've done Kabul, now it's time to explore other parts of Afghanistan. Travel around 451 kilometres south-west to Kandahar to tick off its top sights. From First Fountain to Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak), there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 121 kilometres east of Kabul, Jalalabad is another essential stop in Afghanistan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park.
