Jinnah International Airport – KHI Karachi

Jinnah International Airport (KHI) is located in Karachi, Pakistan and is the biggest international airport in the country. This major airport is named after Pakistan’s founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Jinnah International Airport can accommodate more than 12 million people but in 2014, over 19 million passengers traveled through KHI or approximately more than 52,000 per day.

KHI-Karachi is also the biggest facility for aviation and is the main hub of Pakistan International Airlines as well as Air Cargo. Most major airlines in Pakistan also use KHI.

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The airport building is connected to two satellites wherein the eastern part is dedicated to international routes while the western side is used for domestic flights and a couple of international destinations. Jinnah International Airport offers modern and state-of-the-art lounges to first-class and business class passengers. KHI services Karachi, the capital of Sindh and the largest city in Pakistan.

Jinnah Terminal was constructed with a budget of $100 million. During that time, it was the most expensive project in the country.

What to Do & Area Attractions

Airport hotels inside the airport grounds may be hard to find, especially in Karachi. However, near the airport visitors will find several options depending on their budget and preference. Whether you want to stay in a high-end hotel or budget accommodation, Karachi offers plenty of options. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Karachi Airport Hotel is a popular choice for travelers and is only 1.7 km. from the airport. Further down the road is Hotel Second Home with a distance of 2.1 km. from KHI.