Flying from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Tehran: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Jinnah International Airport is located in Karachi. Operating on the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Karachi.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from KHI to Tehran. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can book a nonstop flight from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran that touches down at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
Book your ticket with IranAir. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from KHI to Tehran, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
When travelling to Iran for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Pakistan. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran.
Central Karachi to KHI is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 53 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to KHI:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Tehran
188 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran. Return flights start from 330 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KHI to Tehran.
The cheapest month for tickets from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Tehran. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 1 hour.
Touching down on a late flight from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran? Collect your bags and go straight to the convenience of a hotel. Two good choices near IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
July is the most popular month for flights from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Tehran in April when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap flights from KHI to Tehran in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Tehran
After locking in your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Tehran, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tehran:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Tehran itinerary.
Complete your Tehran trip with a car rental
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