Non-stop flights to Mazar-e-Sharif (MZR)
Mazari Sharif Airport is the second largest airport in Afghanistan. It is an international airport. In total there are 3 airports around the world that have direct flights to Mazar-e-Sharif in 2 countries. Currently, there are 2 domestic flights to Mazar-e-Sharif.
Mazar-e-Sharif is mainly known for sightseeing & culture.
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All direct flights to Mazar-e-Sharif Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Mazar-e-Sharif Best time to visit Mazar-e-Sharif International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 48 flights arriving at Mazar-e-Sharif Airport, which are 14 flights per week or 2 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Mazar-e-Sharif are routes from Kabul (KBL) in Afghanistan and Istanbul (IST) in Turkey. These two routes together are operated 43 times this month, and make up for 90% of all monthly arrivals at Mazari Sharif Airport.
The longest flight to Mazar-e-Sharif MZR is departing from Istanbul (IST). This non-stop flight takes around 5 hours and 30 minutes and covers a distance of 2,071 miles (3,333 km).
List of all direct flights to Mazar-e-Sharif
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Mazar-e-Sharif, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Mazar-e-Sharif.
Airlines flying to Mazar-e-Sharif
The only airline that flies to Mazar-e-Sharif is Kam Air.
What is the best time to visit Mazar-e-Sharif?
☀️ Hot Mediterranean
The Mediterranean regions near Mazar-e-Sharif are known for their warm, arid summers, where temperatures often go beyond 30°C (86°F). In some inland spots, the heat can climb even higher, sometimes reaching 40°C (104°F) or more. The winters are pleasantly mild, accompanied by some rainfall. This lovely climate, paired with breathtaking landscapes and bright, sunny days attract visitors from around the globe.
Mazar-e-Sharif is a wonderful place to visit all year long, but spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) are the best seasons to visit. The weather is pleasantly warm during these times, especially since the summers can be quite hot in those regions.
International flights to Mazar-e-Sharif
Flights from Turkey to Mazar-e-Sharif
Istanbul is the only city in Turkey with direct flights to Mazar-e-Sharif. From Istanbul, direct flights are offered by Kam Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights from Turkey
Domestic flights to Mazar-e-Sharif
Flights from Afghanistan to Mazar-e-Sharif
There are 2 airports in Afghanistan that have non-stop domestic flights to Mazar-e-Sharif.
From Herat and Kabul, you can fly with Kam Air.
All flights from Afghanistan
Alternative airports near Mazar-e-Sharif
Flying to an alternative airport near Mazar-e-Sharif could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. In total there are two alternative airports to Mazar-e-Sharif (MZR) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which are Termez (TMJ) and Qurghonteppa (KQT).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Mazar-e-Sharif?
There are 2 airports in Mazar-e-Sharif: Mazari Sharif Airport (MZR) and Termez Airport (TMJ).
What is the best airport to fly into Mazar-e-Sharif?
You have multiple options when flying into Mazar-e-Sharif. Although Mazar-e-Sharif (MZR) is a convenient airport to reach the city, the biggest airport near to Mazar-e-Sharif is Termez (TMJ), Termez Airport, which offers you additional options.
How many airlines fly to Mazar-e-Sharif?
There is 1 airline flying to Mazar-e-Sharif, which is Kam Air, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Mazar-e-Sharif?
Kam Air is the only airline flying to Mazar-e-Sharif.
Which alliances are flying to Mazar-e-Sharif?
There are no alliances flying to Mazar-e-Sharif at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Mazar-e-Sharif?
There are roughly 48 flights arriving at Mazar-e-Sharif every month (or 14 flights each week), from a total of 3 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Mazar-e-Sharif Airport?
The official name of Mazar-e-Sharif Airport is Mazari Sharif Airport.
What is the airport code of Mazar-e-Sharif Airport?
The airport code of Mazar-e-Sharif Airport is MZR.
What are the most popular flights to Mazar-e-Sharif?
Kabul, Istanbul and Herat are the 3 most popular routes to Mazar-e-Sharif. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Mazar-e-Sharif, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Mazar-e-Sharif?
| Kabul to Mazar-e-Sharif | 1h |
| Istanbul to Mazar-e-Sharif | 5h 30m |
| Herat to Mazar-e-Sharif | 1h 15m |
