Travelling from Karachi Airport (KHI) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is 13 hours behind Karachi.
Your KHI to SFO flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Karachi Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between KHI and SFO include:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Karachi Airport (KHI) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, Rs198,863 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Karachi Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs304,926. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from KHI to SFO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Karachi Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KHI to SFO.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Karachi Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Karachi Airport (KHI)
76% of flights departing from Karachi Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Karachi to Karachi Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near KHI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Karachi Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SFO if you're taking a late Karachi Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and discover more of San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Karachi Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit San Francisco in March.
When booking your flight from Karachi Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 24ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KHI to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Fresno is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without visiting Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
