Travelling from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Karachi Airport (KHI): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Islamabad and Karachi are in the UTC+5 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from ISB to KHI start from 01:30 — the first with Fly Jinnah. The latest departure is at 23:45 with Fly Jinnah. In total, you can take your pick of 73 weekly Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ISB to KHI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There's a good range of direct flights from Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport to pick from. When planning your Karachi trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of Pakistan:
Fly Jinnah has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for ISB to KHI flights is PIA.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ISB and KHI:
Quetta Airport
Skardu Airport
Sukkur Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Karachi Airport (KHI)
At the moment, $110 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $230. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from ISB to KHI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ISB to KHI.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport.
Handy information about Islamabad Airport (ISB)
When it comes to Islamabad Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Islamabad Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Islamabad. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near ISB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Karachi Airport (KHI)
If you're landing on a late Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near KHI:
Travel farther out of Karachi and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Karachi Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Street Rent a Car.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Karachi Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your date of travel.
When to fly to Karachi Airport (KHI)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Karachi. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Islamabad Airport to Karachi Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Karachi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ISB to KHI in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Hyderabad is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Karachi. Around 121 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Jamia Masjid, Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai and Moti Jama Masjid.
If you're ready to explore another side of Pakistan, consider Rahim Yar Khan, roughly 483 kilometres north-east of Karachi. Sheikh zaid mosque, Tanot Mata Temple and Jamia Masjid Makki are key reasons to visit.