Cheap flights from Des Moines to Karachi from £409

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2 stops
Mon, Aug 10
Des Moines DSMKarachi KHI
£409
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Fri, Aug 7
Des Moines DSMKarachi KHI
£430
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3 stops
Mon, Aug 10
Des Moines DSMKarachi KHI
£446
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3 stops
Thu, Aug 13
Des Moines DSMKarachi KHI
£449
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2 stops
Sun, Aug 9
Des Moines DSMKarachi KHI
£452
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2 stops
Thu, Aug 13
Des Moines DSMKarachi KHI
£461
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Thu, Aug 13 – Mon, Aug 17
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£1,322
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Mon, Aug 10 – Fri, Aug 14
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£1,380
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2 stops
Mon, Aug 10 – Sun, Aug 16
Des Moines DSMKarachi KHI
£1,398
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Mon, Aug 10 – Fri, Aug 14
Des Moines DSMKarachi KHI
£1,406
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Mon, Aug 10 – Fri, Aug 14
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£1,411
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How much do flights to Karachi cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£409

Cheapest round-trip

£1,322

Average round-trip

£1,418

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Allegiant Air

Getting from Karachi airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Budget travelers often choose public buses.

Karachi is served by Jinnah International Airport (KHI), located approximately 15 km east of the city center. As Pakistan's largest city and main commercial hub, Karachi offers several airport transfers to city center options including taxis, ride-hailing services, public buses, and private transfers. Journey times vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours. The airport operates 24 hours, though public transport options are more limited during late night hours.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

25-60 min

Rs 1,500 – Rs 2,500; PKR 1,500–2,500 (approx. USD 5–9); metered fare

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

reliable door-to-door service

25-60 min

Rs 800 – Rs 1,800; PKR 800–1,800 (approx. USD 3–6); app-based pricing

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

25-60 min

Rs 800 – Rs 1,800; PKR 800–1,800 (approx. USD 3–6); app-based pricing

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

international travelers

45-90 min

PKR 30–50 (approx. USD 0.10–0.20)

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

25-60 min

Rs 3,000 – Rs 6,000; PKR 3,000–6,000 (approx. USD 11–21); fixed rate

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

comfort and reliability

25-60 min

Rs 5,000 – Rs 15,000; PKR 5,000–15,000/day (approx. USD 18–54); varies by vehicle

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and independence

Notes:

  • Prices in PKR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic in Karachi can be extremely heavy, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Journey times may double during peak periods.
  • Ride-hailing apps (Careem, Uber) are widely used and generally considered safe. Download the app before arrival.
  • Yellow cabs at the airport have fixed rates displayed; negotiate or confirm the fare before departure.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Karachi

Depart from
Des Moines International
Arrive to
Jinnah International
Average flights per week
164
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Des Moines to Karachi

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Allegiant AirAAYG4No
Etihad AirwaysETDEYNo
Qatar AirwaysQTRQRYes
KLM Royal Dutch AirlinesKLMKLNo
EmiratesUAEEKNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Karachi

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January25°C16°C
February27°C19°C
March30°C22°C
April33°C25°C
May34°C27°C
June34°C28°C
July32°C28°C
August30°C27°C
September31°C26°C
October33°C26°C
November31°C22°C
December27°C18°C
Hottest Month
34°C
May
Coldest month
16°C
January
Sunny days
351
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
18 Jul
38%
30°C27°C
25 Jul
20%
31°C27°C
Sunday
19 Jul
38%
31°C27°C
26 Jul
12%
32°C27°C
Monday
20 Jul
37%
31°C27°C
27 Jul
19%
29°C28°C
Tuesday
21 Jul
48%
31°C28°C
28 Jul
23%
29°C27°C
Wednesday
22 Jul
39%
31°C28°C
29 Jul
25%
30°C27°C
Thursday
23 Jul
24%
30°C27°C
30 Jul
77%
29°C27°C
Friday
24 Jul
17%
31°C28°C
31 Jul
27%
29°C27°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Allegiant Air, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, and Emirates. Des Moines and Karachi have 164 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Des Moines?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Des Moines and Las Vegas, Nashville, Phoenix, Istanbul, Austin, Santa Ana, Orlando, Guadalajara, Tampa, Houston, Sarasota, Shanghai, Winnipeg, Montreal, Kathmandu, Punta Gorda, Malé, Boston, Monrovia, Mexico City.
What are the most popular routes to and from Karachi?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Karachi and London, Manchester, Birmingham, Islamabad, Lahore, Dubai, Riyadh, Medina, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Jeddah, Dammam, Muscat, Istanbul, Doha, Dublin, Lisbon, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, Barcelona.
What airports are near Des Moines?
The main airport in Des Moines is Des Moines International. It is also served by Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Mason City Municipal, Fort Dodge Regional, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway.
What airports are near Karachi?
The main airport in Karachi is Jinnah International. It is also served by Jinnah International.
Which airlines fly between Des Moines and Karachi?
Currently, you can fly between Des Moines and Karachi with Allegiant Air, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Emirates.
When’s the best time to travel between Des Moines and Karachi?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Des Moines and Karachi, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Des Moines and Karachi?
Traveling between Des Moines and Karachi, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Des Moines?
There are a number of airports in and around Des Moines. The main one is Des Moines International and other nearby airports include Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Mason City Municipal, Fort Dodge Regional, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway
How many airports are there near Karachi?
There are a number of airports in and around Karachi. The main one is Jinnah International and other nearby airports include Jinnah International.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Des Moines and Karachi depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Des Moines and Karachi arrive?
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