Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Jinnah International Airport (KHI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport takes 1 hour 58 minutes, on average. Karachi's timezone is UTC+5 — the same as Islamabad.
There are 180 flights from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport every week. Get the 06:45 flight if you want to set off as early as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from ISB to KHI departs at 23:25.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Pakistan International Airlines runs direct flights from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to see the sights in Karachi — and maybe even more of Pakistan if your schedule allows.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between ISB and KHI are:
Skardu Airport
Quetta Airport
Sukkur Airport
Once you've booked cheap ticket from ISB to KHI, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't required as you're traveling within Pakistan. As long as you have some other form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
$63 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport. A return flight starts from $134. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ISB to KHI.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from ISB to KHI every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Located around 19 miles from the center of Islamabad, Islamabad International Airport can be reached in approximately 33 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near ISB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KHI instead:
Getting from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to central Karachi
Jinnah International Airport is approximately 20 miles from the center of Karachi. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 53 minutes.
When to fly to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Karachi. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Jinnah International Airport for May if you want to explore Karachi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 79ºF and 97ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ISB to KHI in January. Average temperatures are between 57ºF and 81ºF then.
More about Karachi
You've got your flight from ISB to KHI organized, now all you need to do is decide where you're going to stay in Karachi. Book Hadi's Villa and use it as your base to discover this destination.
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Gulshan-e-Maymar Park (Sector Y-IV), Park Gulshan e Ellahi and Malik Square are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Karachi itinerary.
Complete your Karachi trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Jinnah International Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Karachi stay.
