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)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Karachi Jinnah International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near KHI instead:
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.
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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.