Direct (nonstop) flights from Karachi to Islamabad

4 airlines fly nonstop from Jinnah International (KHI) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). It's 686 miles (1,104 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Fly Jinnah, Airblue, AirSial and others.

KHI
Jinnah International
🇵🇰 Karachi, Pakistan
ISB
Islamabad International Airport
🇵🇰 Islamabad, Pakistan
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
686 mi
1,104 km
CO₂/pax
127 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Fly Jinnah +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Fly Jinnah Fly Jinnah Airblue Airblue AirSial AirSial Pakistan International Airlines Pakistan International Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Fly Jinnah 9P Fly Jinnah
Route
KHI → ISB
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
686 mi
Airblue PA Airblue
Route
KHI → ISB
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
686 mi
AirSial PF AirSial
Route
KHI → ISB
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
686 mi
Pakistan International Airlines PK Pakistan International Airlines
Route
KHI → ISB
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
686 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Karachi to Islamabad with one stop · direct emits 127 kg CO₂ per passenger

KHI UET (Quetta) ISB
Leg 1: 1h 20m (368 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (413 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KHI → UET
1h 20m · 368 mi
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Leg 2
UET → ISB
1h 25m · 413 mi
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KHI SKZ (Sukkur) ISB
Leg 1: 1h (219 mi) Leg 2: 2h (467 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KHI → SKZ
1h · 219 mi
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Leg 2
SKZ → ISB
2h · 467 mi
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KHI KDU (Skardu) ISB
Leg 1: 2h 15m (875 mi) Leg 2: 1h (198 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 224 kg CO₂ (+76% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KHI → KDU
2h 15m · 875 mi
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Leg 2
KDU → ISB
1h · 198 mi
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KHI MCT (Muscat) ISB
Leg 1: 1h 50m (567 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (1,116 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 319 kg CO₂ (+151% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KHI → MCT
1h 50m · 567 mi
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Leg 2
MCT → ISB
2h 45m · 1,116 mi
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KHI SHJ (Sharjah) ISB
Leg 1: 2h 5m (730 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,184 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 360 kg CO₂ (+183% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KHI → SHJ
2h 5m · 730 mi
View KHI to SHJ flights →
Leg 2
SHJ → ISB
2h 55m · 1,184 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Karachi to Islamabad?

A nonstop flight from Karachi (KHI) to Islamabad (ISB) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 686 miles (1,104 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Karachi to Islamabad?

4 airlines: Fly Jinnah, Airblue, AirSial, Pakistan International Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Karachi to Islamabad?

Yes. 4 airlines: Fly Jinnah, Airblue, AirSial, Pakistan International Airlines.

How far is Karachi from Islamabad?

The flight distance from Karachi to Islamabad is 686 miles (1,104 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Karachi to Islamabad?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Karachi to Islamabad?

Roughly 127 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 635 km.

Is the return flight from Islamabad to Karachi also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Karachi to Islamabad?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Jinnah International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.