Airport Comparison
Jeddah (JED) to Kabul (KBL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Kabul International Airport (KBL) in Kabul, Afghanistan is 3,260 kilometers (2,025 miles / 1,760 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with Afghanistan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:50 in Jeddah, it's 16:20 in Kabul.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,829 feet between the two airports. Kabul International Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kabul (KBL) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 252° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Kabul International Airport (KBL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.