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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Karachi to Istanbul Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 5:50 am and lands at 12:12 pm
• Latest: departs at 9:45 am and lands at 4:07 pm.

The flight takes about 6h 22m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Karachi to Istanbul Airport:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Karachi to Istanbul Airport takes 6h 22m, covering 2,467 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Karachi to Istanbul Airport range from $394 to $492, with an average of $435 over the past 12 months. Anything below $394 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $435 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $329 round-trip via Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), compared to $677 for nonstop.

Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Karachi to Istanbul Airport flights. 44% of its flights are on time.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Pegasus Airlines and Etihad Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Karachi to Istanbul Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Karachi to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $248, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

• CIRCULAR
• Avec Car Rental
• Ok Mobility
• Alamo
• Autounion Car Rental

Flights from Karachi to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Karachi Quaid-E-Azam Intl (KHI) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Karachi to Istanbul Airport route, 56% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 55m.

One-stop flights from Karachi to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 43% of one-stop connections
• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Sharjah (SHJ) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Karachi to Istanbul Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $416 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $455, a difference of $39.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Karachi and Istanbul Airport.

Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 03m, compared with 10h 34m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 11h 20m via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED).

Istanbul Airport is 2 hours behind Karachi (Turkey Time vs Pakistan Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

When traveling from KHI to IST Airport, there are many possibilities for layovers. However, the airline you'll be flying with determines which airport you'll have a layover. For instance, Dubai International Airport serves as the layover location for all Emirates Airlines. Similar to this, since Sharjah International Airport serves as Air Arabia primary hub, you will almost certainly have a layover there if you fly with them.

Unfortunately, public transportation available from Karachi city center to Karachi International Airport. Buses operating between this route take approximately 46min to get to the airport. Alternatively, you can opt for a taxi which is a convenient option for getting from the city center to the airport. As an alternative, you can select a rental automobile from one of the established car rental companies.

There are various hotels where you can seek accommodation upon your arrival at Istanbul International Airport. If you land late at IST, you should consider staying at YOTEL Istanbul Airport hotel located in the landslide area. As a result, you won’t have to go through the night hassle.

You can do multiple things at IST if you have some time. The airport features multiple amenities including art galleries located at the Domestic Terminal. Nonetheless, you can grab a meal at one of the many cafes and restaurants if you are feeling hungry.