Travelling from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport (KHI): What you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport (KHI) departing from here.
Jinnah International Airport is located in Karachi. The city is in the UTC+5 timezone and is three hours ahead of Johannesburg.
To ensure you catch your flight from Johannesburg to KHI, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to KHI leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near O.R. Tambo International Airport:
77.1% of flights that depart O.R. Tambo International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Driving from central Johannesburg to HLA typically takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to KHI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:
About Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near KHI and turn in quicker:
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Rs110,463 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs138,954. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Johannesburg to KHI. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Johannesburg to KHI.
Save on your flight from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Karachi. July is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport (KHI), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Karachi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Johannesburg to KHI flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 27ºC.
More about Karachi
Book your flight from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport and then find the perfect hotel to base yourself at. Hadis Villa is a popular stay in Karachi.
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Grand Jama Masjid & Bahria Quran Academy, Paradise Inn Resorts and Usmania Masjid are must-do's during your Karachi adventure.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've done Karachi, now it's time to discover other corners of Pakistan. Journey about 129 kilometres north-east to Hyderabad to tick off its leading attractions. From Jamia Masjid to Madina Masjid and Baitul Mukarram Masjid, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Pakistan, consider Larkana, roughly 306 kilometres north of Karachi. Big Shivala Temple, Jinnah Bagh جناح باغ and Dharam Shala are among its highlights.
