Flying from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport (KHI): What you need to know
Istanbul is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport (KHI) heading out from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 10 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport flight.
The timezone in Karachi is UTC+5, which is two hours ahead of Istanbul. Jinnah International Airport is located in Karachi.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Jinnah International Airport (KHI) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services every week. Get from IST to KHI on Turkish Airlines's 9:05pm flight.
Your flight from Istanbul to KHI won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more people on the move during high season, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport (KHI) leave from this terminal.
When taking off from IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Turkish Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from IST to KHI.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Istanbul to KHI that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and KHI include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about kicking off your trip from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport (KHI) flight ticket from this hub.
Take a direct flight from Istanbul to KHI with Pegasus. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of SAW.
Pegasus takes the lead in bookings on the SAW to KHI route.
Pegasus has the strongest on-time record of any carrier operating flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Jinnah International Airport.
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport, check out these options when departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to KHI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near KHI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Rs31,556 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport. Return flights start at Rs84,967. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to KHI if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport (KHI), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Karachi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Istanbul to KHI flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Karachi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 36ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 14ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Karachi
You have your flight from Istanbul to Jinnah International Airport organised, so all that's left to do is find the right hotel in Karachi. Hadis Villa is a guest favourite.
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Karachi when you're in the mood to sightsee. Make your way to Grand Jama Masjid & Bahria Quran Academy followed by Paradise Inn Resorts and Usmania Masjid.
Explore more of Pakistan
Hyderabad is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Karachi. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Jamia Masjid, Madina Masjid and Baitul Mukarram Masjid.
Around 306 kilometres north of Karachi, Larkana is another favourite stop in Pakistan. Experience major highlights starting with Big Shivala Temple, Jinnah Bagh جناح باغ and Dharam Shala.