Flying from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Dubai: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Jinnah International Airport to Dubai and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Jinnah International Airport is located in Karachi. Based in the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is one hour behind Karachi.
Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most traveled route, with 61 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from KHI to DXB is with flydubai at 23:55. Choose the first departure operated by Pakistan International Airlines at 01:05 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your KHI to Dubai flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Jinnah International Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) will be where your journey ends.
You can choose from various airlines operating direct flights from Jinnah International Airport to Dubai, including:
We make it easy to book flight tickets from KHI to Dubai with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Multan Airport (MUX)
Quetta Airport (UET)
To get to KHI from central Karachi, it'll take around 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a hotel near KHI? If you're catching an early flight from Jinnah International Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Jinnah International Airport, 73.77% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Dubai
$253 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jinnah International Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $324. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from KHI to Dubai, book your journey one month before your departure.
The best month for landing cheap Jinnah International Airport to Dubai tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to DXB if you have a late flight from Jinnah International Airport to Dubai. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Follow your own route with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and venture far and wide through Dubai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your flight from KHI to Dubai can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. Following your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Following your KHI to Dubai flight, kick back at a hotel close to DWC. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Dubai. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Dubai in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Jinnah International Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KHI to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Dubai. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Around 113 kilometres east of Dubai, Khawr Fakkān is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.