Turkish Airlines Resumes Flights to Kabul
Turkish Airlines has announced the resumption of flights to Kabul, Afghanistan's capital, starting on May 21, 2024. The airline, renowned for serving more countries than any other with 346 destinations across 130 countries, reinstates this route as part of its extensive global network.
Flights to Kabul can be booked from April 26, 2024. These flights will operate four times a week, specifically on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
The cost for a round trip from Istanbul to Kabul starts at $805, including taxes and fees.
The flight schedule for the Kabul route from May 21, 2024, is as follows: Flight TK706 departs Istanbul at 00:40 UTC, arriving in Kabul at 06:45 UTC. The return flight, TK707, departs Kabul at 08:45 UTC and arrives in Istanbul at 12:45 UTC.
This move by Turkish Airlines not only restores a vital link for travelers but also marks a significant step in reconnecting Afghanistan with the rest of the world. As international travel continues to recover, the resumption of flights to Kabul is expected to facilitate greater movement of people and goods, fostering economic growth and cultural exchange between Turkey and Afghanistan.