Flying from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Skardu Airport (KDU): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport.
Karachi and Skardu follow the same timezone, UTC+5.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KHI to KDU 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.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Flying into Skardu (and then exploring more of Pakistan!) is a cinch with Pakistan International Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport.
Pakistan International Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between KHI and KDU:
Islamabad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Allama Iqbal International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Skardu Airport (KDU)
Right now, R 1,446 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,855. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KHI to KDU.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from KHI to KDU is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport.
Handy information about Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
When it comes to Jinnah International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Karachi to Jinnah International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a handy hotel near KHI? If you've booked an early flight from Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Skardu Airport (KDU)
Reserve a hotel close to KDU if you have a late Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Skardu Airport (KDU) to central Skardu
From Skardu Airport, Skardu is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Skardu Airport (KDU)
June is the most popular month for flights from Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Skardu in February.
The warmest month in Skardu is August, with temperatures ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Lock in your flights from Jinnah International Airport to Skardu Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KHI to KDU in January. Temperatures average between -31ºC (-24ºF) and -13ºC (9ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Skardu. Around 451 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Pakistan, consider Rawalpindi, about 306 kilometres south-west of Skardu. Parade Lane Park, Civic Park and Millad Park are key highlights.