Travelling from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) to Karachi Airport (KHI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Karachi Airport is 3 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Karachi is UTC+5, which is one hour behind Dhaka.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DAC to KHI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is your ticket to exploring Karachi (and maybe even some other great parts of Pakistan!). Check out the direct flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Karachi Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Karachi Airport. These are the top stopovers between DAC and KHI:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah Airport
Muscat Airport
Handy information about Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)
74% of flights leaving from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Dhaka. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Karachi Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to DAC:
Arriving at Karachi Airport (KHI)
If you're landing on a late Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Karachi Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near KHI:
Explore beyond Karachi and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Karachi Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Street Rent a Car.
Increase the odds of snagging the best possible rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Karachi Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart move.
When to fly to Karachi Airport (KHI)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Karachi Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Karachi. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Karachi Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Karachi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DAC to KHI around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
Karachi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan just waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres east of Karachi, a visit to Hyderabad will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Jamia Masjid, Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai and Moti Jama Masjid.
Around 483 kilometres north-east of Karachi, Rahim Yar Khan is another essential stop in Pakistan. No visit is complete without checking out sheikh zaid mosque, Tanot Mata Temple and Jamia Masjid Makki.
