Travelling from Lahore Airport (LHE) to Karachi Airport (KHI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Lahore and Karachi are in the UTC+5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from LHE to KHI start from 07:05 — the first with Fly Jinnah. The last service of the day is at 22:00 with Pakistan International Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 65 weekly Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LHE to KHI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
There's a good range of direct flights from Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport to choose from. When organising your Karachi trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of Pakistan:
Most passengers choose to fly with Fly Jinnah on this route.
PIA is the most punctual carrier operating LHE to KHI flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between LHE and KHI include:
Dubai Airport
Quetta Airport
Skardu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lahore Airport (LHE) to Karachi Airport (KHI)
Currently, Rs17,420 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs36,165. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from LHE to KHI by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LHE to KHI is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport.
Handy information about Lahore Airport (LHE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lahore Airport, 66% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Lahore Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Lahore. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near LHE. Whether you have an early flight from Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Karachi Airport (KHI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KHI instead:
Secure yourself a Karachi Airport rental car from outlets like Europcar or Street Rent a Car. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Karachi and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your vehicle from Karachi Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices generally rise as your departure date approaches.
When to fly to Karachi Airport (KHI)
June is the most popular month for flights from Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Karachi in March.
Before locking in your flight from Lahore Airport to Karachi Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Karachi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 36ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LHE to KHI around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
Karachi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres east of Karachi, a visit to Hyderabad will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Jamia Masjid, Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai and Moti Jama Masjid.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Pakistan, consider Rahim Yar Khan, about 483 kilometres north-east of Karachi. Sheikh zaid mosque, Tanot Mata Temple and Jamia Masjid Makki are the start of reasons to visit.
