Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Karachi Airport (KHI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Karachi is UTC+5, which is two hours ahead of Istanbul.
Every week, there are ten Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, jump on the 21:05 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 21:45 with Turkish Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to KHI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to Karachi (and then seeing more of Pakistan!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between IST and KHI include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Karachi Airport (KHI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport flight is Rs63,349. A return ticket is currently Rs121,742. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from IST to KHI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from IST to KHI.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Karachi Airport (KHI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KHI instead:
Venture beyond Karachi and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Karachi Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Street Rent a Car.
Improve your chances of snagging the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Karachi Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a wise move.
Getting from Karachi Airport (KHI) to central Karachi
Karachi Airport to the centre of Karachi has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Karachi Airport (KHI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Karachi in March.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Airport to Karachi Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Karachi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 36ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from IST to KHI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Karachi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan you'll want to see. About 121 kilometres east of Karachi, a trip to Hyderabad will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Jamia Masjid, Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai and Moti Jama Masjid.
Rahim Yar Khan is another favourite destination in Pakistan and is around 483 kilometres north-east of Karachi. No trip is complete without dropping by sheikh zaid mosque, Tanot Mata Temple and Jamia Masjid Makki.