Herat Citadel
An ancient citadel rebuilt many times over two millennia, overlooking Herat's old city.
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Herat: airports, things to do and where to stay
Herat, in western Afghanistan, is one of the country's oldest cities, with a massive ancient citadel.
Herat airports
From the airport to central Herat
Herat International Airport airport is about 16 km from central Herat.
Taxi
Taxis or pre-arranged transport wait outside the terminal; agree the fare before getting in, as most are not metered.
Herat
Things to do in Herat
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Herat?
Herat is served by Herat International Airport (HEA).
How far is the airport from central Herat?
Herat International Airport airport is about 16 km from central Herat.
How do I get from the airport to central Herat?
From Herat International Airport airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Herat?
Highlights of Herat include Herat Citadel.
Photo credits
- Herat Citadel: Marius Arnesen, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons