Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Karachi Airport (KHI): what you need to know
The timezone in Karachi is UTC+5, which is five hours ahead of London.
Your LHR to KHI flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Karachi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LHR and KHI include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Karachi Airport (KHI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Karachi Airport flight is Rs82,765. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs180,527. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to KHI if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Karachi Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from LHR to KHI.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Karachi Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Karachi Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Karachi Airport (KHI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Karachi Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KHI instead:
Pick up a Karachi Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Street Rent a Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Karachi and beyond.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Karachi Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Karachi Airport (KHI) to central Karachi
From Karachi Airport, Karachi is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Karachi Airport (KHI)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Karachi Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Karachi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Karachi Airport for May if you'd like to go to Karachi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 36ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to KHI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Karachi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres east of Karachi, a visit to Hyderabad will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Jamia Masjid, Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai and Moti Jama Masjid.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Pakistan, consider Rahim Yar Khan, roughly 483 kilometres north-east of Karachi. Sheikh zaid mosque, Tanot Mata Temple and Jamia Masjid Makki are among its highlights.