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Cheapest round-trip
$976
Typical prices: $929-$1,178
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/25Mon 10/5
SFO - KHI • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$513
Typical prices: $475-$765
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/31
SFO - KHI • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Karachi. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,667 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 21h 47m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Karachi

Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Oct 5
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 7:15 am
SFO
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KHI
27h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:50 am - 1:35 pm
KHI
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SFO
21h 45m
1 stop
$976Qatar Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Oct 29
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 7:15 am
SFO
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KHI
27h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 am - 1:40 pm
KHI
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SFO
21h 20m
1 stop
$976Qatar Airways
Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Oct 28
Emirates Logo
4:40 pm - 10:40 am
SFO
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KHI
30h 00m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
10:40 pm - 1:50 pm
KHI
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SFO
27h 10m
1 stop
$984Emirates
Wed, Aug 26 - Thu, Sep 3
Emirates Logo
5:00 pm - 6:05 pm
SFO
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KHI
37h 05m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
12:15 pm - 2:00 pm
KHI
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SFO
37h 45m
1 stop
$984Emirates
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Nov 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:43 am - 1:45 am
SFO
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KHI
28h 02m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:20 am - 8:04 pm
KHI
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SFO
28h 44m
2 stops
$1,037Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 7:15 am
SFO
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KHI
27h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:20 am - 6:50 pm
KHI
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SFO
26h 30m
2 stops
$1,053Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 27
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 4:35 am
SFO
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KHI
21h 00m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 4:30 pm
KHI
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SFO
23h 25m
1 stop
$1,071Turkish Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 21
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 4:20 am
SFO
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KHI
21h 35m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 4:40 pm
KHI
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SFO
22h 50m
1 stop
$1,071Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Nov 15
SAUDIA Logo
10:30 pm - 1:20 am
SFO
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KHI
38h 50m
2 stops
SAUDIA Logo
3:05 am - 2:50 pm
KHI
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SFO
48h 45m
2 stops
$1,483SAUDIA
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 8
SAUDIA Logo
3:05 pm - 7:30 am
SFO
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KHI
52h 25m
2 stops
SAUDIA Logo
3:15 am - 12:50 pm
KHI
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SFO
45h 35m
2 stops
$5,757SAUDIA
Booking Insights

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.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Karachi from San Francisco usually cost between $978 and $1,305 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $976 on Qatar Airways (Aug 25-Oct 5).

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 $1,660 and $1,561 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 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$513
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 37% increase in price.
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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
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Karachi was $513 for a one-way ticket and $976 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?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Karachi, with SkyTeam 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 $1,059 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 $1,075 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.

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