Flying from Karachi Airport (KHI) to Islamabad Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport.
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, which is the same as Karachi.
Each week, there are 68 Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport flights. To be on board early, opt for the 07:00 Fly Jinnah flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:50 with Fly Jinnah.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KHI to ISB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
There are plenty of direct flights from Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport to choose from. When planning your Islamabad journey, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of Pakistan:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Fly Jinnah on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering KHI to ISB flights is PIA. Its services arrive as scheduled 65.52% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KHI and ISB:
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Quetta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Karachi Airport (KHI) to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
Currently, R 1,323 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,611. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book two months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KHI to ISB.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Karachi Airport (KHI)
When it comes to Karachi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Karachi Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Karachi. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near KHI. Whether you have an early flight from Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Islamabad Airport (ISB)
Consider staying in a hotel near ISB if you have a late Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad Airport to the centre of Islamabad has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Islamabad. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Karachi Airport to Islamabad Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from KHI to ISB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a trip to Lahore will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Mavi Mosque(blue mosque), Indo-Islamic Design Monument and Jamia Masjid Shah Jamaat.
If there's time to check out another side of Pakistan, head for Faisalabad, roughly 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. Faisal Masjid, Cricket Ground and Jinnah Park are among the biggest draws.