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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Karachi to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.288 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Karachi on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From 288 €, select.
Istanbul.331 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Karachi on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From 331 €, select.
Istanbul.334 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May, returning Thu, 22 May.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Karachi on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From 334 €, select.
Istanbul.355 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Karachi on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From 355 €, select.
Istanbul.355 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Karachi on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From 355 €, select.
Istanbul.355 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Karachi on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From 355 €, select.
Istanbul.355 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Karachi on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From 355 €, select.
Istanbul.355 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Wed, 17 Dec.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Karachi on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From 355 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Karachi to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Karachi to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from 334 €
Jun
from 356 €
Jul
from 366 €
Aug
from 331 €
Sep
from 355 €
Oct
from 355 €
Nov
from 356 €
Dec
from 355 €
Jan
from 380 €
Feb
from 358 €
Mar
from 358 €
Apr
from 413 €

Direct flights from Karachi to Istanbul

Karachi to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Karachi to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Karachi to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found288 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Karachi to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Karachi to Istanbul is 288 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Karachi to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and PIA fly direct from Karachi to Istanbul.
As of May 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Karachi to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Karachi to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Karachi Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 24 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 57 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Currently, Air Arabia and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours behind Karachi.

  • Flights from KHI to IST start at 06:00 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 06:25 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your KHI to IST flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Getting to Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between KHI and IST include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Sharjah International Airport

    • Muscat International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Right now, 202 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 288 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from KHI to IST by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from KHI to IST is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Jinnah International Airport (KHI)

  • 73.77% of flights that take off from Jinnah International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Jinnah International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Karachi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near KHI. Whether you have an early flight from Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Istanbul in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KHI to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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