Cheap Flights from Colombo (CMBA) to Karachi (KHI)

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Flight deals from Colombo to Karachi Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Karachi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £488. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
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Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Karachi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Karachi flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Colombo to Karachi

Colombo to Karachi: Alternative routes

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

Colombo to Karachi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£477
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineSriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Karachi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Karachi is £477. 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.
3 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to Karachi.
SriLankan Airlines and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Colombo to Karachi.
As of March 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Colombo to Karachi.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Karachi is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Karachi Airport on Monday, 11 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 25 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 Karachi 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Karachi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI): What you need to know

  • Colombo's main base, Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI).

  • Take a direct Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.

  • Karachi is 30 minutes behind Colombo. Karachi Jinnah International Airport is located in Karachi, which follows the UTC+5 timezone.

  • Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI) is the most popular route, with 4 direct services every week. You can travel from CMB to KHI on SriLankan Airlines's 2:45am flight.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Colombo to KHI. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying over a peak time such as February? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • You can book a direct flight from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI) leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • Book your direct flight from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport with SriLankan Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from CMB.

  • The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with SriLankan Airlines between CMB and KHI.

  • SriLankan Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 82.86% of its services landing as scheduled.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Colombo to KHI departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:

    • Dubai International Airport (DXB)

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)

    • Lahore Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)

  • Located around 32 kms (20 miles) from the centre of Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:

  • 74% of flights taking off from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport reach their destination on time.

About Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI)

Getting from Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to central Karachi

  • Karachi Jinnah International Airport to the centre of Karachi is about 24 kms (15 miles). If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI)

  • Right now, £206 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £477. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To snap up cheap flights from Colombo to KHI, book your ticket seven months ahead of your departure date.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Colombo to KHI.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI)

  • September is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI), while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Karachi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • When booking your Colombo to KHI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Karachi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 36ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC and 27ºC.

More about Karachi

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Karachi right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Grand Jama Masjid & Bahria Quran Academy, Paradise Inn Resorts and Usmania Masjid are attractions you won't want to skip in Karachi.

Explore more of Pakistan

  • Hyderabad is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Karachi. Around 129 kms (80 miles) away to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Jamia Masjid, Madina Masjid and Baitul Mukarram Masjid.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Pakistan, consider Larkana, about 306 kms (190 miles) north of Karachi. Big Shivala Temple, Dharam Shala and Qazi Fazullullah Park are among its highlights.

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