Jinnah International Airport (KHI): Paid Access Lounge Guide

Jinnah International Airport (KHI) is the busiest airport in Pakistan. It is located in Karachi, the largest city in the country and its main financial, commercial, and industrial hub.

Jinnah serves as a major hub for Pakistan International Airlines and Airblue, and an operating base for AirSial, Fly Jinnah, and SereneAir.

This guide covers four paid access lounges at Jinnah Airport, including information on entry options, amenities, and policies.

(Note that the Pakistan International Airlines Business Plus Lounge in the International Terminal is reserved for premium cabin passengers and travellers with eligible airline elite status.)

Airside in the Domestic Departure Satellite Terminal, on the 1st floor after the ASF Final Check Post, near Gate 12.

24 hours daily

Guests can stay at this lounge for a maximum of 3 hours.

• Hot and cold food

• Snacks

• Non-alcoholic beverages

• Wi-Fi

• Shoe shine (complimentary)

• Golf cart service (complimentary)

• Newspapers and magazines

• Charging stations

• Fax machines and printers

• Luggage storage

• Prayer room

• Flight monitors

• Flexible Lounge Pass:

• Memberships:

  • Priority Pass members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits.

  • A Dragonpass membership plan will get you entry into this lounge, for a maximum 3-hour stay. You can also purchase a one-off walk-up pass for US$55, without a membership.

  • Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.

• Cardholders:

  • Access is available with cards offering Priority Pass, LoungeKey, and Dragonpass memberships, including:

    • Priority Pass‑linked cards like American Express Platinum and Diners Club

    • LoungeKey via eligible Mastercards

    • Dragonpass via Visa Airport Companion (Visa Platinum/Infinite/Signature)

    • Mastercard Travel Pass

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 12 are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.

Airside in International Departures, on the 1st floor after Immigration, near Zainab Duty Free.

24 hours daily

Guests can stay at this lounge for a maximum of 3 hours.

• À la carte menu

• Snacks

• Smoking area

• Non-alcoholic beverages

• Family Room

• Wi-Fi

• Newspapers and magazines

• Charging stations

• Computers

• Fax and printing

• Luggage storage

• Prayer room

• Flight monitors

• Advance Purchase Options:

  • Lounge Pass offers 3-hour access for US$26 per adult and US$15 per child. This option requires you to book a time and date in advance.

• Memberships:

  • Priority Pass members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits.

  • A Dragonpass membership plan will get you entry into this lounge, for a maximum 3-hour stay. You can also purchase a one-off walk-up pass for US$55, without a membership.

  • Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.

• Cardholders:

  • Access is available with cards offering Priority Pass, LoungeKey, or Dragonpass memberships. Examples include:

    • Priority Pass‑linked cards like American Express Platinum and Diners Club

    • LoungeKey via eligible Mastercards

    • Dragonpass via Visa Airport Companion (Visa Platinum/Infinite/Signature)

    • Mastercard Travel Pass

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 2 or 13 years old are admitted free when accompanied by an adult (varies depending on access method).

Airside in International Departures, on Level 3 after Immigration, following airport signage.

24 hours daily

Guests can stay at this lounge for a maximum of 3 hours.

• Hot and cold food

• Snacks

• Non-alcoholic beverages

• Smoking area

• Gaming area

• Wi-Fi

• Flight monitors

• Newspapers and magazines

• Charging stations

• Computers

• Printers

• Luggage storage

• Prayer room

• Conference room

• Children's play area

• Flexible Day Pass:

• Advance Purchase Options:

  • Lounge Pass offers 3-hour access for US$29 per person. This option requires you to book a time and date in advance.

• Memberships:

  • Priority Pass members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits.

  • A Dragonpass membership plan will get you entry into this lounge, for a maximum 3-hour stay. You can also purchase a one-off walk-up pass for US$55, without a membership.

  • Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.

• Cardholders:

  • Access is available with cards offering Priority Pass, LoungeKey, or Dragonpass memberships. Examples include:

    • Priority Pass‑linked cards like American Express Platinum and Diners Club

    • LoungeKey via eligible Mastercards

    • Dragonpass via Visa Airport Companion (Visa Platinum/Infinite/Signature)

    • Mastercard Travel Pass

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 2 years old are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.

Airside in International Departures, on the 1st floor after the ASF Final Check Post, near the CAA Facilitation Counter.

24 hours daily

Guests can stay at this lounge for a maximum of 3 hours.

• Hot and cold food

• Snacks

• Non-alcoholic beverages

• Wi-Fi

• Prayer room

• Family room

• Newspapers and magazines

• Charging stations

• Printers

• Luggage storage

• Flight monitors

• Flexible Day Pass:

• Memberships:

  • Priority Pass members can access this lounge as per their membership benefits.

  • A Dragonpass membership plan will get you entry into this lounge, for a maximum 3-hour stay. You can also purchase a one-off walk-up pass for US$55, without a membership.

  • Complimentary guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership with this program.

• Cardholders:

  • Access is available with cards offering Priority Pass, LoungeKey, or Dragonpass memberships. Examples include:

    • Priority Pass‑linked cards like American Express Platinum and Diners Club

    • LoungeKey via eligible Mastercards

    • Dragonpass via Visa Airport Companion (Visa Platinum/Infinite/Signature)

    • Mastercard Travel Pass

• Walk Up Access: You can purchase access at the reception desk directly.

Children under 2 or 13 years old are admitted free when accompanied by an adult (varies depending on access method).

Best for domestic departures: Prestige Lounge

• The main paid lounge option for domestic flights at KHI

• Convenient location

• Basic but comfortable space to relax before boarding

• Covers the essentials including snacks, drinks and Wi-Fi

Best value for international departures: Sky Majestic Lounge

• The highest-rated of the three pay-per-use international lounges

• Good balance between price, comfort, and convenience

• Comfortable seating, Wi-Fi and light food options

Best for food options when flying internationally: Marhaba Premium Lounge

• The most comprehensive food offering among the four lounges

• Hot buffet options and a broader selection of snacks and drinks

• Larger seating areas suitable for longer waits

Karachi’s lounge options focus more on basic comfort than luxury. In many cases, a reliable Wi-Fi connection, a comfortable seat, and a place to have a drink or snack before boarding are the main benefits.

For international departures, the choice usually comes down to comfort and layout (Sky Majestic) or a wider food selection (Marhaba). If you’re flying domestically, Prestige Lounge is the main option and provides a straightforward place to wait before departure.