Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Jinnah International Airport (KHI): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport.
Karachi is one hour ahead of Dubai and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
Every week, there are 159 Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, jump on the 00:55 flydubai flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 23:30 with flydubai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your DXB to KHI flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport, so jetting off to Karachi (and then exploring more of Pakistan!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Emirates.
With an impressive 81.07% of services arriving as planned, flydubai is the most punctual carrier operating DXB to KHI flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between DXB and KHI:
Quetta Airport
Muscat International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
At the moment, R 1,367 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,610. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from DXB to KHI by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DXB to KHI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai 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 Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, data shows 74.31% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DXB. Whether you have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near KHI instead:
Travel farther out of Karachi and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Jinnah International Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Street Rent a Car.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your vehicle from Jinnah International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically increase closer to your travel date.
Getting from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to central Karachi
Jinnah International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Karachi. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Karachi. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Dubai Airport to Jinnah International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Karachi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to KHI in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've seen Karachi, now it's time to explore other parts of Pakistan. Journey about 121 kilometres east to Hyderabad to check off its top sights. From Qadeer Shah House to Monument Of University and Madni Ground, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Rahim Yar Khan is another must-experience destination in Pakistan and is around 483 kilometres north-east of Karachi. No journey is complete without dropping by US Canal Villas, Ali Park and Wahab Garden Park.