Istanbul to Karachi (IST–KHI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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TK718
TK Turkish
7M8
12:40 AM
+03
8:05 AM
PKT
5h 25m
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M T W T F S S
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TK708+1
TK Turkish
332
9:05 PM
+03
4:20 AM+1
PKT
5h 15m
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PK5708cs
PK Pakistan International
333
9:25 PM
+03
4:45 AM+1
PKT
5h 20m
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M T W T F S S
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PK5709cs
PK Pakistan International
333
6:15 AM
PKT
10:35 AM
+03
6h 20m
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TK709+1
TK Turkish
332
6:27 AM
PKT
10:45 AM
+03
6h 18m
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TK719
TK Turkish
7M8
9:57 AM
PKT
2:20 PM
+03
6h 23m
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Istanbul to Karachi
1 carrier, 17 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 17 Flights/wk 2,469 mi 5h 15m nonstop +2h ahead 18 1-stop hubs

IST–KHI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,469 miles in approximately 5h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IST–KHI service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TK Turkish Airlines Also: PK 10 332, 7M8 5h15-5h25 – Star Alliance PK
Aircraft on this route
332 Airbus A330-200 – TK
333 Airbus A330-300 – PK
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – TK
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: TK (10 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IST to KHI direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
3
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
17
Outbound / wk
17
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to KHI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
985
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Karachi from Istanbul

Nearby airports with service to Jinnah International Airport.
Metric IST→KHI SAW→KHI
Distance from IST – 40 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 17 7
Flight time 5h 15m 5h 25m
Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) to Karachi flights
Airports within 200 miles of IST with service to Jinnah International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Karachi is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul.
IST: +03 · KHI: PKT

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 8:00 PM in Karachi.
Distance & Flight Time
2,469 mi / 3,973 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 15m to 5h 25m.
Visa & Entry

Turkish passport holders can enter Pakistan with an eVisa. Apply through the official Pakistan Online Visa System at visa.nadra.gov.pk before departure. Tourist eVisas allow stays up to 30 days. Processing takes 48 to 72 hours. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation are required.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to IST

Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.

Facts

IST–KHI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Karachi route.
Route details
Distance2,469 mi / 3,973 km
Flight time5h 15m to 5h 25m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights17 out / 17 return
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: KHI
Full nameJinnah International Airport
IATA / ICAOKHI / OPKC
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Passengers/yr6.7M
Elevation100 ft / 30 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to KHI flights.
Nonstop flights from İstanbul Airport to Jinnah International Airport take approximately 5h 15m to 5h 25m. The route covers 2,469 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Turkish Airlines. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
There are approximately 17 nonstop flights per week from IST to KHI. The return direction has about 17 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DMM, RUH, MCT, ISB, LHE, MED, DOH, JED, AMM, BAH, AUH, ADD, DXB, SHJ, BKK, DAC, KUL and YYZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Karachi is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul.
Yes, return flights from KHI to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SAW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Nonstop flight time is 5 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours on the 4,000 km sector. The route tracks southeast over Iran and Balochistan before reaching the Sindh coast. Return flights are slightly longer due to headwinds.
Turkish Airlines operates nonstop service from Istanbul Airport. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) also flies the route. Turkish uses widebody equipment, typically a 777 or A330. PIA schedules vary by season. Combined frequency is 4 to 7 departures per week.
Turkish Airlines departs from the main terminal at Istanbul Airport. In Karachi, international flights arrive at Jinnah International Airport's international terminal. KHI has separate domestic and international terminals. Immigration processing at KHI can take 30 to 60 minutes during peak arrival times.
Pakistani citizens need a visa to enter Turkey. E-visas are available online through the Turkish government's e-Visa portal for tourism and short business visits. Processing is fast, usually within a day. Check current fees and requirements before travel, as policies update periodically.
Istanbul is one of the main transit hubs for Pakistani travelers heading to European destinations. Turkish Airlines' network covers over 50 European cities with same-terminal connections at IST. The transfer process is airside, meaning no Turkish visa is needed for transit. This makes IST competitive with Gulf hubs like Dubai and Doha for Pakistan-Europe traffic.

Istanbul to Karachi

Istanbul to Karachi covers roughly 4,000 km with a nonstop flight time of 5.5 to 6 hours. Turkish Airlines and PIA both serve the route, with combined weekly frequencies of 4 to 7 nonstop departures. Turkish Airlines uses widebody aircraft, typically 777 or A330. The route connects Turkey's largest city with Pakistan's economic capital and most populous metropolis.

A large share of traffic on this route is connecting passengers. Istanbul serves as a transit point for Karachi-originating travelers heading to European destinations on Turkish Airlines' network. Same-terminal transfers at IST keep connections tight, and transit passengers do not need a Turkish visa. Direct point-to-point traffic includes the Turkish-Pakistani business community and trade links between the two countries. Jinnah International Airport in Karachi handles all international arrivals in a single terminal.