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

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6:15 AM
PKT
10:35 AM
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Karachi to Istanbul
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 2,469 mi 6h 20m nonstop -2h behind 17 1-stop hubs

KHI–IST is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,469 miles in approximately 6h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 17 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KHI–IST service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TK Turkish Airlines 7 333 6h20 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
333 Airbus A330-300 – TK
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: TK (7 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, KHI to IST direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
0
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KHI to IST.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
DWC ~9h 58m DMM ~12h 28m ADD ~14h 40m AUH ~15h 3m DOH ~15h 11m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
886
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Karachi, it's 4:00 PM in Istanbul.
Distance & Flight Time
2,469 mi / 3,973 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 20m.
Getting from IST

M11 Metro to Gayrettepe takes about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart) with connections to M2 (Taksim) and M7. Runs from 5am to midnight. The metro bypasses O-7 motorway traffic, which is frequently heavy into the city.Havaist buses serve major destinations including Taksim, Kadıköy (European and Asian sides), and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (₺50–80). Taxis from arrivals are metered; insist on the meter. Journey to Sultanahmet or Taksim costs ₺400–700 depending on traffic. Rental cars available. Hotel shuttles common for business hotels near the city.

Istanbul Climate

The new airport sits 35km from central Istanbul on the European side, slightly inland and exposed to Black Sea weather systems. Winters (December–March) are cold (0–8°C) with fog, rain, and occasional snow. Snow on the exposed plateau is more likely than in the city. Ice on taxiways causes delays.

Summers are warm (25–32°C) with dry, reliable weather. Spring and fall bring heavy rain and strong northerly winds (Poyraz) that can affect smaller aircraft. Fog is the primary low-season disruption risk. The airport's elevated position makes it slightly windier than the Atatürk site it replaced.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

KHI–IST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Karachi to Istanbul route.
Route details
Distance2,469 mi / 3,973 km
Flight time6h 20m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: KHI
Full nameJinnah International Airport
IATA / ICAOKHI / OPKC
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Passengers/yr6.7M
Elevation100 ft / 30 m
Destination: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KHI to IST flights.
Nonstop flights from Jinnah International Airport to İstanbul Airport take approximately 6h 20m. The route covers 2,469 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Turkish Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from KHI to IST.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DWC, DMM, ADD, AUH, DOH, BAH, MED, JED, SHJ, DXB, LHE, MCT, RUH, YYZ, BKK, PEK and KUL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Istanbul is 2 hours behind Karachi.
Yes, return flights from IST to KHI are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.

Flights from KHI to IST

Jinnah International Airport (KHI) and İstanbul Airport (IST) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KHI to IST Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KHI to IST ranges from 6 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,469 miles (3,973 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via DWC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.