Quick answer: Abu Dhabi to Karachi averaged about AED 1,197 return over the past 12 months. February was the cheapest month (about AED 1,010) and May the most expensive (about AED 1,561). Direct flights take about 2h 10m with Etihad Airways and Fly Jinnah. Dubai to Karachi averaged about AED 1,137.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Average return | About AED 1,197 |
| Typical one way | About AED 504 |
| Cheapest month | February, about AED 1,010 |
| Most expensive | May (about AED 1,561), July (about AED 1,304) |
| Direct flight time | About 2h 10m |
| Cheapest day to fly | Sunday |
| From Dubai instead | About AED 1,137 return |
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Abu Dhabi or Dubai: which is better for Karachi?
Dubai is usually a little cheaper, by about AED 60 on an average return, and Sharjah was cheaper still. From Abu Dhabi you get Etihad’s four flights a day, with checked baggage included, which suits families who value flexible timings. See our Dubai to Karachi flight guide for Dubai fares by month.
Direct airlines from Zayed International
| Airline | Direct flights per week |
|---|---|
| Etihad Airways | About 28 |
| Fly Jinnah | About 5 |
All flights leave from Terminal A at Zayed International Airport (formerly Abu Dhabi International). Low cost fares may not include checked bags, so compare the total price, not just the headline fare.
When to book
- Book about 21 weeks ahead, which saved around 16% compared with booking in the last two weeks, when fares averaged 6% above normal.
- Sunday departures were the cheapest on average, and Friday the most expensive.
- Avoid May and July if your dates are flexible.
Etihad one way deals
Recent direct one way fares started from about AED 411 on Etihad and AED 566 on Fly Jinnah. For a short 2 hour flight, a one way ticket each way can sometimes beat a return, so ask us to compare both.
Getting to Zayed International from Dubai
If you live in Dubai, the RTA E102 bus runs from Al Jafiliya bus station, near Max metro station, to Zayed International Terminal A. The fare is AED 25 on a Nol card and the trip takes about 2 hours with traffic. Top up your Nol card in Dubai, as there are no Nol top up machines at the airport. A taxi or car takes about 1 hour 30 minutes from central Dubai.
Pay monthly for your ticket
If a return comes to AED 1,197, that can be four Tabby payments of about AED 300. UAE residents can also use Tamara or a 3 to 12 month plan on a UAE credit card from Mashreq, ADCB, RAKBANK, HSBC, FAB or Emirates NBD; we only need your phone number to send the link. Get an Abu Dhabi to Karachi quote. Our office WhatsApp, +971 4 220 2133, answers 24 hours a day.
Fares are averages from KAYAK route data for the past 12 months, checked in November 2026. Prices change daily. More Abu Dhabi routes: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Kochi, Trivandrum, Calicut, Islamabad, Manila, Cairo, London. See also UAE to Pakistan flights by city.
Abu Dhabi to Karachi FAQs
How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Karachi?
About 2 hours 10 minutes direct.
Which airlines fly direct from Abu Dhabi to Karachi?
Etihad Airways (about 28 flights a week) and Fly Jinnah (about 5).
What is the cheapest month to fly Abu Dhabi to Karachi?
February, at about AED 1,010 return. May and July cost the most.
Is Abu Dhabi or Dubai cheaper for Karachi?
Dubai is usually slightly cheaper: about AED 1,137 return against about AED 1,197 from Abu Dhabi.
Can I pay for an Abu Dhabi to Karachi ticket monthly?
Yes. UAE residents can pay with Tabby, Tamara or a 3 to 12 month credit card plan. We only need your phone number to send the link.
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