Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Jinnah International Airport (KHI): what you need to know
Karachi is three hours ahead of Johannesburg and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your JNB to KHI flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jinnah International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between JNB and KHI include:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
₹ 33,350 is currently the best price for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jinnah International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 48,672. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JNB to KHI if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jinnah International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from JNB to KHI.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jinnah International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jinnah International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near JNB:
Arriving at Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
If you're getting in on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jinnah International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near KHI:
Pick up a Jinnah International Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Street Rent a Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Karachi and beyond.
Increase the odds of securing a great deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Jinnah International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart move.
Getting from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to central Karachi
Jinnah International Airport to central Karachi has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When to fly to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jinnah International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Karachi. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jinnah International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Karachi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 36ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to KHI in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Karachi is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan you'll want to see. About 121 kilometres east of Karachi, a trip to Hyderabad will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Qadeer Shah House, Monument Of University and Madni Ground.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Pakistan, consider Rahim Yar Khan, roughly 483 kilometres north-east of Karachi. US Canal Villas, Ali Park and Wahab Garden Park are the start of reasons to visit.
