Traveling from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco is 12 hours behind Karachi and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your KHI to SFO flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jinnah International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KHI and SFO:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, $595 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jinnah International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,112. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KHI to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jinnah International Airport to San Francisco International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KHI to SFO.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jinnah International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
73.77% of flights that leave from Jinnah International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Karachi to Jinnah International Airport is approximately 20 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking an early flight from Jinnah International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to KHI:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're getting in on a late Jinnah International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Travel at your own pace with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of San Francisco and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week before traveling.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Jinnah International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Jinnah International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 54ºF to 72ºF.
January sees average temperatures of between 43ºF and 61ºF. Look for cheap tickets from KHI to SFO sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done San Francisco, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 40 miles south-east to San Jose to tick off its must-visit sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 160 miles south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
