Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport (KHI): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Kuala Lumpur. Explore your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when organising your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport (KHI).
Expect to be in the air for 6 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport flight.
Karachi is three hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Jinnah International Airport is located in Karachi, which runs on the UTC+5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Jinnah International Airport (KHI). There are 6 direct services each week. AirAsia X operates a 9am departure between KUL and KHI.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KHI won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport (KHI) take off from this terminal.
When taking off from KUL, you can catch a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport with AirAsia X.
AirAsia X is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from KUL to KHI.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KHI departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
58.65% of flights that leave from Kuala Lumpur International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Kuala Lumpur to KHI flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
67.97% of flights leaving Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near KHI instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Right now, P8,267 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P19,118. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to KHI.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Karachi. July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport (KHI), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Karachi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to KHI plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Jinnah International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Karachi
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Your visit to Karachi should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you can't miss include Grand Jama Masjid & Bahria Quran Academy, Paradise Inn Resorts and Usmania Masjid.
Explore more of Pakistan
Karachi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres north-east of Karachi, a visit to Hyderabad will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Jamia Masjid, Madina Masjid and Baitul Mukarram Masjid.
Around 306 kilometres north of Karachi, Larkana is another favourite stop in Pakistan. No visit is complete without checking out Big Shivala Temple, Jinnah Bagh جناح باغ and Dharam Shala.