What is the tower frequency at OPKC?

The tower frequency at Jinnah Intl is 118.3 MHz.

Does OPKC require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Jinnah Intl (Pakistan).

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Jinnah Intl

Jinnah Intl (OPKC/KHI) serves Karachi, Pakistan. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (07L/25R, 07R/25L). Field elevation is 100 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 7/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: OPKC
Name: Jinnah Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 24.9065
Longitude: 67.160797
Elevation: 100 ft
Country: Pakistan
Municipality: Karachi
IATA Code: KHI
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Karachi
Distance from City: 15.3 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 07L/25R

Designation: 07L/25R
Dimensions: 10500 X 151
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT II, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 07R/25L

Designation: 07R/25L
Dimensions: 11155 X 151
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.300 MHz
Ground: 121.600 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 126.700 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: No PPR for scheduled flights. GA/charter require PCAA landing permit. Overflight and landing permits required for foreign-registered aircraft.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW; approx PKR 12,000/ton for international
Parking Fee: PKR 4,000/ton per 6h block
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: PKR
Remarks: Pakistan's busiest airport. Operated by Pakistan CAA. Fees per PCAA tariff. Security surcharge applies.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by Pakistan State Oil (PSO) or Attock Petroleum. Into-plane service available. Pricing subject to government regulation.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ at international terminals (Jinnah terminal and Hajj terminal). APIS required. Visa required for most nationalities; e-Visa available for select countries.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No formal curfew; 24-hour operations. PCAA (Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority) coordination. Two runways. Security-sensitive; additional screening procedures. Chapter 2 banned.

Airport Services

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Pakistan Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 96 hours (4 days) for security screening; 48 working hours minimum
Landing Lead Time: 6 business days

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require PCAA permit and military approval. Security-sensitive, allow extra time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at OPKC?: The tower frequency at Jinnah Intl is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at OPKC?: Jinnah Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does OPKC require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Jinnah Intl (Pakistan).

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