On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Islamabad — Karachi route. The distance between the cities is 1,141 km, with frequent air service providing about 31 flights per week.
Flights are operated by Pakistan International Airlines and Airblue. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart and checking in advance for information on how to get to Islamabad airport and from Karachi airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Islamabad → Karachi on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 55 min. Regular flights are operated by Fly Jinnah and Pakistan International Airline. Departures from Islamabad International Airport airports, arrivals at Jinnah International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Islamabad — Karachi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 366 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 806 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Islamabad → Karachi, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 376 | high | May | AED 301 | low | Sep | AED 311 | medium |
| Feb | AED 351 | medium | Jun | AED 276 | low | Oct | AED 331 | medium |
| Mar | AED 341 | medium | Jul | AED 286 | low | Nov | AED 351 | high |
| Apr | AED 326 | medium | Aug | AED 291 | low | Dec | AED 391 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Karachi is characterized by hot summers, with peak temperatures reaching 34.8°C in May. The heaviest rainfall occurs in July and August, with up to 88.4 mm of precipitation per month, which may affect flight regularity.
The most budget-friendly month to fly is September, when ticket prices start AED 366. The highest flight costs are typically recorded in April, when prices can reach AED 806.
October and November are considered the best times for booking: during this period, temperatures settle at a comfortable 30°C, rainfall is minimal, and ticket prices remain around AED 368.
There are 2 key carriers operating on this route, with Pakistan International Airlines and Airblue leading in terms of flight frequency. Most flights are direct, ensuring the fastest possible connection between the capital and the country's largest city. A detailed schedule, departure frequency by day of the week, and airline specifics are provided in the list below.
Flights Islamabad — Karachi depart from Islamabad International Airport and arrive at Jinnah International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average direct flight time for the 1,141 km route is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Regular flights are operated by Pakistan International Airlines (PK) and Airblue (9P).
Yes, this is a high-demand route, and most flights are non-stop, with about 31 departures per week.
All regular flights from Islamabad arrive at Jinnah International Airport (KHI) in Karachi.
Flight prices change constantly based on demand and seasonality. You can check the current lowest fares for upcoming dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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