Emirates flights
International carrier · Hub: Dubai (DXB) · Country: United Arab Emirates
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Emirates destinations
Popular places you can fly to with Emirates from Pakistan. Choose a destination to request today’s fare.
Emirates flight information
Emirates is the Dubai-based airline with daily flights from Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar and Sialkot to Dubai International, and one-stop connections to Europe, North America, Africa and Australia.
Cheapest months to fly
February & September
Most expensive months
March & May
Main hub
Dubai (DXB)
Pakistani airports served
5
Airline code
EK
Alliance
Independent
Cabin baggage
1 piece, 7 kg in Economy
Frequent flyer
Emirates Skywards
When are Emirates flights cheapest?
Typical Emirates fare levels from Pakistan by month. Fares are usually cheapest in February, September, October and November and most expensive in March, May, June, July and December.
| Jan | Average |
|---|---|
| Feb | Cheap |
| Mar | Expensive |
| Apr | Average |
| May | Expensive |
| Jun | Expensive |
| Jul | Expensive |
| Aug | Average |
| Sep | Cheap |
| Oct | Cheap |
| Nov | Cheap |
| Dec | Expensive |
- Eid ul-Fitr falls around 10 March 2027, so seats fill up in the weeks before and after it.
- Eid ul-Adha falls around 17 May 2027, another peak for family travel.
- School summer holidays start in June and fares climb.
- Peak summer holidays and overseas Pakistanis visiting home.
- After the summer rush, September is one of the cheapest months.
- Low demand in October and November makes these the best-value months.
- Winter holidays and year-end travel push prices up from mid-December.
Emirates fare types & baggage
Every Emirates Economy fare compared: included checked baggage, date-change rules and refund rules.
| Fare type | Checked baggage | Date change / reissue | Cancellation / refund |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Special | 20 kg | Most restricted fare; highest penalties where changes are allowed | Most restricted; check fare conditions |
| Economy Saver | 25 kg | Fee applies + fare difference | Fee applies |
| Economy Flex | 30 kg | Changes allowed for a fee | Cancellation allowed for a fee |
| Economy Flex Plus | 35 kg | Fully flexible: no change fee (fare difference applies) | Fully flexible: no refund fee |
Weight concept applies on flights between Pakistan and Dubai. On routes to and from the Americas and Africa, Economy is 1 × 23 kg (Special) or 2 × 23 kg (Saver, Flex, Flex Plus). Emirates prints the exact fee for each fare in its fare conditions.
Emirates refund policy
- Some fares are not refundable, and others carry a cancellation charge, which is shown in the Fare Conditions before you pay.
- Flex Plus is Emirates’ fully flexible, unrestricted fare and has no refund fee.
- Seat selection is free on Flex and Flex Plus and paid on Special and Saver fares.
Emirates reissue & date change policy
- Special is the most restricted fare; Saver is slightly more flexible; Flex allows changes for a fee; Flex Plus has no change fee.
- Any fare difference between the original and new flight is always payable.
- Special fares cannot be upgraded; Saver fares can only be upgraded within 48 hours of departure.
Sources (Emirates official website), last checked 29 September 2026: Emirates: Differences between Special, Saver, Flex and Flex Plus · Emirates Checked Baggage. Fare rules can change at any time; the conditions printed on your ticket always apply.
How to find cheap Emirates flights
A few tips to get the best Emirates fare from Pakistan.
Fly in February
Demand from Pakistan is usually lowest in February, September, October and November, so Emirates fares tend to be cheapest then. Avoid the weeks around Eid and the June–August holidays if you can.
Pick the right fare type
The cheapest Economy Special fare isn’t always the best value. Once you add bags and possible change fees, Economy Saver can work out cheaper.
Be flexible by a few days
Moving your departure by a day or two, especially to a Tuesday or Wednesday, often unlocks a lower fare bucket. Tell us your flexible window and we’ll compare nearby dates.
Compare nearby airports
Emirates flies from Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar and Sialkot. Fares from one city can be noticeably cheaper than from another, so it can pay to travel a little further to the airport.
Pre-book extra baggage
Extra baggage bought before you fly is much cheaper than paying at the airport counter. Tell us your bag needs when you book and we’ll add them in advance.
Join Emirates Skywards
Emirates Skywards membership is free. Earn miles on every Emirates flight and use them for upgrades, extra baggage or reward tickets.
Book your Emirates ticket with peace of mind
Our ticketing team at O.S Travel & Tours checks every Emirates fare type for your dates, explains the refund and reissue rules in plain language and handles changes for you after booking.
Finding flights with Emirates: FAQs
Emirates flies from Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar and Sialkot. Non-stop destinations from Pakistan include Dubai. Schedules change seasonally, so we confirm the exact flight days when we quote your fare.
Based on typical demand from Pakistan, February, September, October and November are usually the cheapest months to fly Emirates. Mid-week departures (Tuesday and Wednesday) and booking 4 to 8 weeks ahead also help. These are seasonal patterns, not live prices; send us your dates for a real-time quote.
Fares are usually highest in March, May, June, July and December, around Eid ul-Fitr, Eid ul-Adha, the summer school holidays and year-end travel. Islamic holidays move about 11 days earlier every year, so book early if your trip falls near Eid.
It depends on the fare you buy: Economy Special: 20 kg; Economy Saver: 25 kg; Economy Flex: 30 kg; Economy Flex Plus: 35 kg. Your exact allowance is printed on your e-ticket.
Emirates cabin baggage: 1 piece, 7 kg in Economy. Keep liquids in containers of 100 ml or less in a clear bag, and keep power banks in your cabin bag, never in checked luggage.
Some fares are not refundable, and others carry a cancellation charge, which is shown in the Fare Conditions before you pay. Flex Plus is Emirates’ fully flexible, unrestricted fare and has no refund fee. On the cheapest Economy Special fare the rule is: Most restricted; check fare conditions. On Economy Flex Plus: Fully flexible: no refund fee.
Special is the most restricted fare; Saver is slightly more flexible; Flex allows changes for a fee; Flex Plus has no change fee. Economy Special: Most restricted fare; highest penalties where changes are allowed; Economy Flex Plus: Fully flexible: no change fee (fare difference applies). We handle the reissue for you and confirm the total before anything is charged.
Choose Economy Special if your plans are fixed and you travel light. Pick Economy Flex Plus if your dates may change or you need a refund option; it usually costs more but saves on change and cancellation fees. For Umrah and family trips, check that checked baggage is included.
If you don’t show up for a flight, the airline may cancel the rest of your itinerary, including the return flight, and charge a no-show fee where the fare allows changes. Tell us before departure if you can’t travel; changing or cancelling in time is almost always cheaper than a no-show.
Emirates’s main hub is Dubai (DXB). It is not part of a global airline alliance. Its frequent flyer programme is Emirates Skywards.
Search your route and dates above, or message us on WhatsApp with your travel details. Our O.S Travel & Tours ticketing team checks live Emirates availability, explains the fare rules and baggage, holds the seat and issues your e-ticket once payment is confirmed.
For international flights from Islamabad, Lahore or Karachi, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; immigration and security queues can be long. Online check-in usually opens 24 to 48 hours before the flight. Carry your original passport, visa and a printed or mobile e-ticket.
Yes. Emirates serves Jeddah and Madinah, the gateways for Makkah and Madinah. We can book Emirates flights on their own or as part of an Umrah package with visa, hotels and transport. Ramadan and school holidays sell out early.
Yes. Add your Emirates Skywards membership number to the booking and miles are credited after you fly, according to the fare type booked. Some promotional or lowest fares earn fewer or no miles.
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Visit the official Emirates website · Departures from Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar and Sialkot

