Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Karachi, PK 🇵🇰 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
OPKC
IATA
KHI
Elevation
100 ft
Region
PK-SD
Local Time
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GPS Code: OPKC
Local Code: Not available
Location: 24.9065° N, 67.160797° E
Continent: Asia
Type: Large International Airport
Keywords: OPQR OPHQ Drigh Road Airstrip Quaid-E-Azam International Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Recent traveler reviews for Jinnah International Airport (KHI) in Karachi, Pakistan, present a highly mixed picture, with some passengers appreciating aspects like staff helpfulness and efficiency, while many others express significant dissatisfaction with the airport's aging infrastructure, limited amenities, and systemic inefficiencies. Overall sentiment seems to lean towards a need for substantial modernization and improved operational transparency.
What Travelers Love
- Efficient Immigration (in some cases): Some travelers report quick clearance of immigration and retrieval of luggage, sometimes as fast as 25 minutes.
- Helpful Staff & Cultural Charm: A few recent reviews (2025) mention helpful staff and find the airport to possess a charming atmosphere with a sense of cultural pride.
- Majestic Lounge: The Majestic Lounge is highlighted as a positive amenity, offering comfortable seating, buffet meals, and Wi-Fi access.
- Basic Amenities Available: The airport provides essential facilities such as prayer rooms, medical services, banking facilities, ATMs, and currency exchange.
Common Complaints
- Outdated Infrastructure and Cleanliness: The airport is frequently described as old and in dire need of renovation, with a "drab brown and sand color" that some find depressing. Terminal cleanliness, especially in washrooms, is often noted as disappointing.
- Lack of Free Wi-Fi and Charging Points: A recurring complaint is the absence of reliable free Wi-Fi, with many stating it has vanished. Limited or non-existent mobile charging points are also a concern.
- Long Security & Immigration Wait Times, and Corruption: Travelers frequently report "painfully endless queues" and "unnecessarily cross checks" at security and immigration. There are significant concerns about rude, unprofessional, and potentially corrupt staff within the Airport Security Force (ASF), Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), and Customs, with reports of "under-the-table money demands" and harassment. Unofficial "fast-track" systems are also reported to exist for those willing to pay.
- Traffic Congestion and Parking Issues: Access to the terminal can be hindered by massive traffic bottlenecks on the link road, particularly at night, often due to police checkposts. Finding legal parking spots can also be challenging during peak hours.
- Limited and Expensive Shopping/Food: The airport offers limited shopping and food options, with existing choices often being very expensive.
Jinnah International Airport appears to be an airport struggling with its age and operational efficiency, often leading to frustrating experiences for travelers. While some improvements and positive individual interactions are noted, the overall impression from recent reviews points to a critical need for significant investment in infrastructure, modernization of services, and stringent oversight to address issues of staff conduct and efficiency.
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Airport Routes
Jinnah International Airport (KHI) offers 64 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include Pakistan International Airlines, Fly Jinnah, Airblue and others. Popular destinations from Karachi include King Abdulaziz Int'l, Allama Iqbal Int'l, Islamabad International Airport, Dubai Int'l and Seeb Int'l.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- King Abdulaziz Int'l (JED) 7
- Allama Iqbal Int'l (LHE) 5
- Islamabad International Airport (ISB) 5
- Dubai Int'l (DXB) 4
- Seeb Int'l (MCT) 3
- King Khalid Int'l (RUH) 3
- Peshawar Int'l (PEW) 3
- Skardu (KDU) 2
- Quetta Int'l (UET) 2
- Kuala Lumpur Int'l (KUL) 2
- Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz (MED) 2
- King Fahd Int'l (DMM) 1
Newly Discovered
- Bandaranaike Int'l (CMB) new
- King Abdulaziz Int'l (JED) new
- Dubai Int'l (DXB) new
- Allama Iqbal Int'l (LHE) new
- Hamad Int'l (DOH) new
- Quetta Int'l (UET) new
- Islamabad International Airport (ISB) new
- Gwadar Int'l (GWD) new
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int'l (SAW) new
- Faisalabad Int'l (LYP) new
- Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz (MED) new
- Sharjah Int'l (SHJ) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Jinnah International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pakistan International Airlines
PIA
/ PK
|
16 | 262 | 16 | Jan 19, 2026 |
|
Fly Jinnah
FJL
/ 9P
|
4 | 212 | 4 | Jan 19, 2026 |
|
Airblue
ABQ
/ PA
|
5 | 169 | 5 | Jan 19, 2026 |
|
Air Sial
SIF
/ PF
|
4 | 168 | 4 | Dec 5, 2025 |
FlyDubai
FDB
/ FZ
|
1 | 112 | 1 | Dec 6, 2025 |
Air Arabia
ABY
/ G9
|
1 | 76 | 1 | Dec 6, 2025 |
Etihad Airways
ETD
/ EY
|
1 | 76 | 1 | Dec 5, 2025 |
Emirates
UAE
/ EK
|
1 | 74 | 1 | Dec 5, 2025 |
Saudia
SVA
/ SV
|
2 | 69 | 2 | Dec 4, 2025 |
Qatar Airways
QTR
/ QR
|
1 | 45 | 1 | Jan 19, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
07L/25R |
10500 ft | 151 ft | CON | Active Lighted |
07R/25L |
11155 ft | 151 ft | CON | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | KARACHI APP | 125.5 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.7 MHz |
| GND | KARACHI GND | 121.6 MHz |
| TWR | KARACHI TWR | 118.3 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Ride-hailing services like Uber and Careem are widely available with designated pickup points outside the arrivals area. Additionally, traditional pre-paid and metered taxi services are located at taxi ranks just outside the terminal building. Using the pre-paid counter is often recommended to ensure a fixed, official fare.
Rental Cars
Several car rental companies, including international brands like Avis and various local providers, have service desks inside the international and domestic arrivals halls. Both self-drive and chauffeur-driven services are available, with chauffeur services being a very common and convenient option for visitors.
Public Transportation
Direct public transit from the airport terminal is limited and can be challenging for travelers with luggage. While public buses, including routes from the Peoples Bus Service, operate on the main artery road (Shahrah-e-Faisal) near the airport, there is no direct bus stop at the terminal itself, requiring a significant walk. This option is generally not recommended for first-time visitors.