Riyadh to Karachi (RUH–KHI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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RUH–KHI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia and flynas lead the route. The flight covers 1,281 miles in approximately 3h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia Also: VS | 9 | 320, 330 | 3h15-3h35 | – | SkyTeam | VS |
| XY flynas | 3 | 320 | 3h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
RUH: +03 · KHI: PKT
When it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh, it's 8:00 PM in Karachi.
Saudi passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Pakistan for up to 30 days at no cost. Available at Islamabad (ISB), Lahore (LHE), Karachi (KHI), and other international airports. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Bring a passport photo and proof of accommodation. Pakistan also offers an e-visa at visa.nadra.gov.pk for advance processing (free for Saudi nationals, 7 to 10 business days). The visa on arrival is faster if you prefer not to apply ahead.
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan share deep cultural and religious ties, and Saudi Arabia hosts over 2 million Pakistani workers. For stays beyond 30 days, extend at the Regional Passport Office in any major Pakistani city. Business and work visas require separate applications through the Pakistan Embassy in Riyadh. Urdu is the national language, with English used in business and government. Arabic is understood in religious contexts.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Islamabad run about 3 hours 30 minutes on Saudia, PIA, and flynas. Jeddah to Lahore and Karachi are also served with multiple daily frequencies. Saudi Arabia to Pakistan is one of the highest-traffic corridors in the region. Pakistan uses the Pakistani rupee (PKR), trading at roughly 74 PKR per SAR 1. ATMs work in all cities, and JazzCash and Easypaisa mobile wallets are common. Card payments work at hotels and malls but carry cash for local markets and transport. No mandatory vaccinations. Careem and inDrive operate in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. The Karakoram Highway from Islamabad to Gilgit-Baltistan is one of the world's great mountain roads, and the northern areas (Hunza, Skardu, Swat) are increasingly popular tourist destinations.
RUH–KHI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RUH to KHI
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and Jinnah International Airport (KHI) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia and flynas. With 19 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
RUH to KHI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RUH to KHI is about 3 hours 18 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,281 miles (2,061 km). There are approximately 19 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Muscat, Dubai and Bahrain. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.