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Air travel inside Pakistan is about to get more affordable. Air Karachi, a new entrant in the country’s aviation scene, is preparing to launch domestic operations with a bold plan, flying Chinese passenger aircraft to cut costs and slash ticket prices by up to 40%.

According to Chairman Hanif Gauhar, the airline’s decision to opt for Chinese-manufactured planes is based on simple economics. The aircraft cost nearly half as much as their Airbus and Boeing counterparts, allowing the company to save significantly on leasing and procurement. Those savings, he says, will be passed directly to passengers in the form of lower fares.

Air Karachi secured its operational license from Pakistan’s Civil Aviation Authority on June 5, 2025, and is now gearing up to begin flights with an initial fleet of three aircraft. The first phase will cover domestic routes only, as per regulations that require new airlines to operate locally for at least one year before applying for international flights.

While the airline waits for its Pakistani pilots to complete training, Chinese flight crews will operate the planes. To speed up the transition, the company is importing flight simulators and reserve engines to support pilot training and maintenance locally.

The CAA has confirmed there are no regulatory hurdles preventing the use of Chinese aircraft, clearing the way for this unconventional but cost-effective move. Backed by $17.5 million from a group of Karachi-based investors, Air Karachi plans to expand its fleet to seven aircraft in the near future.

In a market where domestic flight costs have steadily risen, Air Karachi’s low-fare strategy could reshape local air travel, if it delivers on its promise.