SFO - KHI

$527 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Karachi

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Cheapest round-trip
$991
Typical prices: $1,169-$908
Emirates
Mon 8/31Mon 9/28
SFO - KHI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$527
Typical prices: $542-$690
SAUDIA
Thu 7/30
SFO - KHI • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $991 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.1 score
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There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Karachi. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,450 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 21h 12m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Karachi (SFO-KHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Karachi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Karachi

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 28
Emirates Logo
5:05 pm - 12:50 am
SFO
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KHI
19h 45m
1 stop
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4:40 pm - 2:00 pm
KHI
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SFO
33h 20m
1 stop
$991Emirates
Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Aug 16
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4:30 pm - 7:30 am
SFO
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KHI
27h 00m
2 stops
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3:15 am - 11:03 pm
KHI
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SFO
31h 48m
2 stops
$994Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Aug 23
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2:30 pm - 7:30 am
SFO
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KHI
29h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:15 am - 11:12 pm
KHI
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SFO
31h 57m
2 stops
$998Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jul 11 - Wed, Jul 15
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4:39 pm - 7:30 am
SFO
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KHI
26h 51m
2 stops
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3:15 am - 9:49 pm
KHI
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SFO
30h 34m
2 stops
$999SAUDIA
Wed, Aug 19 - Mon, Aug 31
Emirates Logo
5:05 pm - 12:50 am
SFO
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KHI
19h 45m
1 stop
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12:15 pm - 2:00 pm
KHI
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SFO
37h 45m
1 stop
$1,003Emirates
Wed, Aug 19 - Mon, Aug 31
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5:05 pm - 12:50 am
SFO
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KHI
19h 45m
1 stop
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12:15 pm - 2:00 pm
KHI
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SFO
37h 45m
1 stop
$1,006Emirates
Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Aug 23
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2:30 pm - 7:30 am
SFO
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KHI
29h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:15 am - 9:26 pm
KHI
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SFO
30h 11m
2 stops
$1,022Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Sep 4
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11:50 pm - 1:20 am
SFO
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KHI
37h 30m
2 stops
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3:15 am - 11:07 pm
KHI
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SFO
31h 52m
2 stops
$1,035SAUDIA
Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 29
Emirates Logo
5:05 pm - 12:50 am
SFO
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KHI
19h 45m
1 stop
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4:55 am - 2:00 pm
KHI
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SFO
21h 05m
1 stop
$1,039Emirates
Thu, May 28 - Fri, Jul 17
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4:55 pm - 7:30 am
SFO
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KHI
26h 35m
2 stops
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3:15 am - 7:30 pm
KHI
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SFO
28h 15m
2 stops
$1,040SAUDIA
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Karachi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Karachi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Karachi?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Karachi departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Karachi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Karachi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Karachi is October, where tickets cost $931 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,600 and $1,574 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Karachi?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Karachi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Karachi, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$527
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 39% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Karachi

When to book flights from San Francisco to Karachi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Karachi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Karachi

  • How can I fly from SFO to KHI?

    It is unlikely that you will be able to find a direct flight from SFO to KHI. However, several airlines operate one-stop flights between these two airports. Some of those airlines include Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, and flydubai. Layover locations include Istanbul (IST), Dubai (DXB), and Qatar (DOH). American Airlines in combination with Qatar Airways offer two-stop flights from SFO to KHI. Layover places include Dallas (DFW), Qatar (DOH), Phoenix (PHX), Houston (IAH), Miami (MIA), and New York (JFK).

  • Once I arrive in Pakistan, how can I get from KHI to Karachi city center?

    Your best option is to take a bus. An Al-Rehem bus leaves KHI approximately every 20min. The bus will drop you off just a short walk away from Karachi City Station. You can also take a taxi or rent a car. Hertz, for example, is one car rental company that operates in Pakistan.

  • Where can I exchange USD for the Pakistani rupee at KHI?

    At KHI, you can find the Muhammadi Exchange Company currency exchange counter on the second level of the eastern side of the airport. Money Master has currency exchange kiosks in the International Terminal in the Departures lounge. You can also exchange currency at the National Bank of Pakistan, located on the second level of the Concourse Hall.

  • Does SFO have any areas inside the airport where kids can play?

    Yes. SFO provides an interactive play area where kids can entertain themselves and tire themselves out before they get on their flight. Along with the playground for kids is a seating area where parents can relax and watch as their kids play and have fun. This designated area is located near Gates D7 and D15 in Terminal 2 and is open 24/7.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Karachi?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Karachi was $527 for a one-way ticket and $991 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Karachi?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Karachi?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Karachi?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Karachi, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Karachi from San Francisco?

    Istanbul is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Karachi.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Karachi, Emirates or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Karachi are Emirates and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,098 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,067 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Karachi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Karachi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Karachi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Karachi from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Karachi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Karachi with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and KHI can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Karachi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Karachi from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Karachi

  • The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) serves as a hub for Alaska Airlines and as a maintenance hub for United Airlines. Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI) is a hub for Airblue and Pakistan International Airlines.
  • In Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 of SFO, follow the painted paw prints to find the animal relief areas for pets and service animals. These relief stations provide bowls with drinking water as well as places where the animals can go to the bathroom. Trash receptacles and bags are provided so that travelers can clean up after their animals. These relief stations are open 24h.
  • The Wag Brigade at SFO is a program through which trained therapy animals and their handlers go throughout the airport, seeking to offer comfort to travelers who might be feeling stressed, nervous, bereaved, or confused. The Wag Brigade includes a number of trained dogs, one giant rabbit, and one pig. The animals of the Wag Brigade wear vests that say PET ME, and passengers are very much encouraged to pet, cuddle, and even take selfies with these animals.
  • Once your plane has landed at KHI, if you would like to pray, there are six different prayer rooms and ablution areas in the airport. KHI provides separate facilities for men and women.
  • If you would like to clean up and reinvigorate yourself after your long flight, you can use the complimentary showers at KHI. This refreshing and convenient amenity can be found near Departures.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Karachi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Karachi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3572 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.3Crew
7.9Food
8.0Comfort
8.2Entertainment
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What a great trip . From check in to the upgrade we received a big shout out to Cleverson who was able to help us navigate the whole process super patient and was just one of the best customer service experiences we received in a very long time . The amazing staff on the flight who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable amazing food and service if you have te opportunity to upgrade it's a must and well worth it.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2026
JFK - MXP
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What a great trip . From check in to the upgrade we received a big shout out to Cleverson who was able to help us navigate the whole process super patient and was just one of the best customer service experiences we received in a very long time . The amazing staff on the flight who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable amazing food and service if you have te opportunity to upgrade it's a must and well worth it.

I love to travel again and again in Emirates. Keep up the good work.

Very good from the beginning to the end. Amazing experience

I liked the newer aircraft CRJ-550 since it had WIFI and the seats are more spacious.

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

in today's time, an airline like emirates didnt serve drinks as requested, Excuse was full flight.

I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

Except for the uncleaned tray, and the delay in serving food for our section (which may have been due to the location of our row) everything else was good. The crew were very professional and responded to our requests promptly throughout the flight. We as a family were not disappointed by Emirates.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

The ground crew members at check in counter were courteous. The boarding was seamless. Flight departed as scheduled. Service on board was great

Very comfortable in business class. Excellent service. Good food. Smooth trip.

The seats seems abit small and the reclining is too much, the seat in front of me came back too much and made it uncomfortable for me.

As a first time flyer with Turkish Airlines. My experience was very good due to the factor that there were to many passengers on the my first flight compared to my connecting flight. However, I know that nothing is perfect and all companies are trying to accommodate their passengers to the best way possible. I will always say, a FEW INCHES will go LONG WAY. That's something all airliners should consider, and not only the money aspect!!! A long time commitment is better than one time service! Thank you

Flight was delayed. While standing at the gate, a note appeared on the sign saying the gate had changed to a gate far away. No member of the Turkish airlines team got on the microphone to instruct passengers to go to the other gate, to ignore the chiron, etc. Finally, the message disappeared. Eventually, the flight began to board. Very slowly. More slowly than I experience with other airlines. Though Istanbul may just be slow . . . In all other ways, great flight, great entertainment (top notch movies), great service, excellent food, comfortable lie-flat seat, dimmed lights, etc.

Staff at the airport wasn't helpful or friendly. Probably the worst airport experience I have ever had, going and coming. The staff on the plane was better. Still not super friendly or personable. However, they were not rude like airport staff. They ran out of certain menu items. Maybe could have been prepared better? Overall just ok.

It was a pleasant experience. In flight entertainment could have been better

The desk crew at the LAX crew could do better. A girl named Mahesi was very abrasive and unfriendly. She needs a better customer service uproar.

It was peaceful excited We enjoyed it always Turkish peaceful excited

Istanbul to Lahore flight was less than standard for international business class cabins. Seat did not were not flat and it did not operate easily. I had to push buttons hard repeatedly to operate the seat. I was in 5A seat

Very rude gate attendants in San Francisco who didn’t let me bring my little carry on (smaller than usual size) and after boarding I realized that there still were a lot of overhead compartment space (like a full section available in some spots). That made me lose 30 minutes at my destination at 1am and it could have broken something fragile that I had in it

Departed Palm Springs over an hour late because there’s only one gate, and it has always delayed by the arriving and departing flight to Toronto and the arriving flight from Vancouver.

The flight left late and I didn’t get a glass of bubbly upon boarding (which I’m used to when booking business class on other flights), but otherwise it was a pleasant flight with lovely, helpful crew members and I enjoyed my meal.

Couldn't fit knees, only 1 toilet working, didn't get anything to drink cause the stewards were not able to get to us

Flight was canceled for a reason they knew hours before but did not mention. Next the gate chnage from 37 to 38 at least 10 times. Ridiculous.

The flight from SFO to YVR was delayed and my bag did not make it to my next flight from YVR to SYD. It took almost 3 days after I landed to get my bag and when I got it, it was filled with dust

Great check in process in LA and good service The check in process as well as at the gate is way better in the US versus canada 🇨🇦

All attendents were very efficient, pleasant and happy. Everything went smoothly. The seats could have been wider. There could have been more free food instead of just one small bar.

They rescheduled me and I had no issues with the new flight

No paper towels in bathroom. Aisle seat difficult to get out of Other than those, excellent service

Very unprofessional staff gave us hard time I will never ever fly out with PIA

The flight from Gilgit to Islamabad was cancelled. I had to arrange alternate transportation to Islamabad that took over 12 hours drive over a dangerous mountain pass with mudslides that were still being cleared as we drove. Could I please be given a refund for this cancelled flight?

Poor also they kelt changing dates of ticket! Not recommended

I am very certain that the food on this flight caused food poisoning.

Overall, it its good , needs to improve the food quality and more variety of food

Flight was good but it started half an hour late

Food was 👍 great , seats are a bit narrow, crew is helpful..

The flight was canceled two times and didn’t tell me on time I was waiting all day long for my flight but at the end it was worst.

Flight was good and on time. Check in long time could have been avoided by having more counters at the airport

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