Cheap flights to Islamabad

Finding cheap flights to Islamabad

Islamabad is the gateway to Rawalpindi, the north of Pakistan and Azad Kashmir. We book flights from London, Manchester and Birmingham, with one-stop and direct options.

Flights from UK airports to Islamabad

We book flights to Islamabad from Manchester, Birmingham, London Heathrow, Leeds Bradford and Glasgow. Flying from your nearest airport can save the trip to London, and we compare it with London fares so you can see the difference.

Arriving in Islamabad

Islamabad International Airport (ISB) is west of the city and serves both Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Allow 30 to 45 minutes by road to most of Islamabad, and longer to Rawalpindi at busy times. It is also the usual arrival airport for Mirpur, Azad Kashmir and the north of Pakistan.

Direct and one-stop flights

Islamabad is one of the routes we book most from the north of England and the Midlands. Emirates through Dubai, Qatar Airways through Doha, Etihad through Abu Dhabi and Turkish Airlines through Istanbul all connect from Manchester and Birmingham, which saves the trip to London. When direct services run on your dates, we compare them with the one-stop fares.

Baggage allowance

Many fares to Islamabad include a larger allowance than standard economy, sometimes two bags. Allowances differ between fare types on the same flight, so we check exactly what is included before you pay, and we can add extra bags for you.

Best time to fly to Islamabad

The cheapest months are usually February, March, October and early November. Fares are highest around December, both Eids and the UK school summer holidays. For travel to the northern areas, May to October brings the best road conditions.

Visas and entry

British passport holders need a visa for Pakistan, applied for online through Pakistan's official visa portal, unless you travel on a valid NICOP or Pakistan Origin Card. Entry rules can change, so check the GOV.UK foreign travel advice before you book and again before you fly.

Tips for booking

Flying from Manchester or Birmingham can save you the trip to London. Ask us about open-jaw tickets, for example into Islamabad and home from Lahore.

Airlines we book to Islamabad

We regularly book Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, PIA and Etihad. Tell us your preferred airline, or let us find the best value on your dates.