Flying from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport (KHI): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport (KHI) taking off from here.
Karachi is 3 hours ahead of Johannesburg. Jinnah International Airport is located in Karachi, which operates on the UTC+5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Johannesburg to KHI. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Johannesburg to KHI. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
JNB is about 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Consider booking a hotel close to KHI if you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to central Karachi
From Jinnah International Airport, Karachi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 53 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Rs112,100 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport. Return flights start from Rs184,074. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to lock in cheap tickets from Johannesburg to KHI. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a larger selection of flight times and dates.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool and compare the prices of tickets from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport across the entire month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily choose a flight your budget will love.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Karachi in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Karachi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Johannesburg to KHI in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Karachi
Book your flight from Johannesburg to Jinnah International Airport and then find the perfect place to lay your head. Hadi's Villa is one of your options in Karachi.
One of the best ways to get a feel for Karachi is to visit its top sights. Essential stops include Gulshan-e-Maymar Park (Sector Y-IV), Park Gulshan e Ellahi and Malik Square.
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