Direct flights from Hamid Karzai International Airport

General Information About Hamid Karzai International Airport

Situated just five kilometers away from Kabul's center, Hamid Karzai International Airport acts as the primary air gateway into Afghanistan and serves as hub for Ariana Afghan Airlines and Kam Air services that reach numerous Middle Eastern and Subcontinent locations.

General Overview

The airport lies tucked into the northeast of the country, surrounded by mountains and secured with perimeter fencing and multiple checkpoints. It features one long runway which is capable of accommodating military aircraft as well as hosting several flights at once on its single tarmac runway.

Security A number of countries and groups have taken part in protecting HKIA, including the U.S., Turkey, Azerbaijani forces and Australian troops - in addition to several hundred Afghan police and military personnel providing help at HKIA.

Evacues Over 20,000 Afghan refugees are trying to gain entry to evacuation planes at Hong Kong International Airport. Unfortunately, Taliban checkpoints and other barriers present an obstacle.

Force Protection

The Pentagon is taking measures to secure American service members, Afghans and Americans waiting to evacuate Hamid Karzai International Airport. A Joint Staff spokesperson explained on Thursday that their security is of utmost concern and "protection of both our forces and embassy is always top of mind".

Turkish Troops The United States and its allies have begun discussions with Ankara regarding guarding of Ankara International Airport once NATO troops withdraw. Both countries share history, religion and economic ties to Afghanistan that make withdrawing difficult - particularly since Turkey is predominantly Muslim and part of an Atlantic alliance country like Afghanistan.