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Cheapest return flight
AED 1,061
Typical prices: AED 1,237-AED 1,708
Fly Jinnah
Sun 18/2Wed 28/2
SHJ - ISB • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
AED 533
Typical prices: AED 534-AED 826
Salam Air
Sat 22/12
SHJ - ISB • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with airblue, Fly Jinnah, and others. Average duration is 3h 07m.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights to Islamabad

 
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Recent return flight deals to Islamabad

Thu, 18 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Fly Jinnah Logo
23:50 - 03:45Sharjah  Sharjah-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
2h 55mdirect
Fly Jinnah Logo
20:25 - 23:00Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Sharjah Sharjah
3h 35mdirect
AED 1,061Fly Jinnah
19 hours ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Sun, 28 Feb
Fly Jinnah Logo
09:15 - 13:10Sharjah  Sharjah-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
2h 55mdirect
Fly Jinnah Logo
06:00 - 08:35Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Sharjah Sharjah
3h 35mdirect
AED 1,084Fly Jinnah
3 hours ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
14:00 - 18:05Sharjah  Sharjah-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
3h 05mdirect
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
23:10 - 01:45Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Sharjah Sharjah
3h 35mdirect
AED 1,190Pakistan International Airlines
14 hours ago
Sun, 28 Feb - Mon, 5 Apr
Gulf Air Logo
23:55 - 14:20Abu Dhabi  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
13h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
15:30 - 23:05Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
8h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
AED 1,216Gulf Air
2 days ago
Mon, 15 Mar - Mon, 19 Apr
SAUDIA Logo
15:00 - 07:55Abu Dhabi  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
15h 55m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
SAUDIA Logo
09:50 - 14:05Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
29h 15m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
AED 1,219SAUDIA
17 hours ago
Thu, 14 Jan - Sat, 13 Mar
SAUDIA Logo
15:00 - 07:55Abu Dhabi  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
15h 55m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
SAUDIA Logo
09:40 - 14:05Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
29h 25m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
AED 1,219SAUDIA
3+ days ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
15:40 - 19:55Abu Dhabi  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
3h 15mdirect
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
20:50 - 23:35Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
3h 45mdirect
AED 1,227Pakistan International Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
14:05 - 18:10Abu Dhabi  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
3h 05mdirect
Etihad Airways Logo
04:35 - 07:10Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
3h 35mdirect
AED 1,234Etihad Airways
20 hours ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
14:05 - 18:10Abu Dhabi  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
3h 05mdirect
Etihad Airways Logo
04:35 - 07:10Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
3h 35mdirect
AED 1,238Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 12 Apr
Gulf Air Logo
12:50 - 14:20Dubai  Dubai Intl-Islamabad Islamabad Intl
24h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
15:30 - 11:25Islamabad  Islamabad Intl-Dubai Dubai Intl
20h 55m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
AED 1,241Gulf Air
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Islamabad

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Islamabad?

Sharjah to Islamabad is the cheapest route at AED 1,061 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Dubai to Islamabad is the most popular connection with return deals from AED 1,241.

How much is a flight to Islamabad?

On average, a return flight from the United Arab Emirates to Islamabad costs AED 1,427, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Dubai average AED 1,413, while Sharjah runs a bit higher at AED 1,436.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Islamabad?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Islamabad at AED 1,407 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at AED 1,484.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Islamabad?

•January is the cheapest month to fly to Islamabad with an average price of AED 1,230 return.
•March (AED 1,627) and July (AED 1,620) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Islamabad?

Morning flights to Islamabad are the cheapest at AED 1,410 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at AED 1,554.

What is a good deal for flights to Islamabad?

Flights under AED 1,237 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Islamabad at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Ras Al Khaimah AED 1,185
•Sharjah AED 1,210
•Abu Dhabi AED 1,233.

When are flights to Islamabad the cheapest?

Flights to Islamabad are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Islamabad

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

AED 533
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 68% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Sharjah to Islamabad

When to book flights to Islamabad

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Islamabad based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Islamabad, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Islamabad is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Islamabad is around AED 1,237 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long are direct flights to Islamabad from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Islamabad varies depending on your departure city:

    • From Ras Al Khaimah: 2h 45m
    • From Sharjah: 2h 55m
    • From Dubai: 3h
    • From Abu Dhabi: 3h 05m

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Islamabad?

    Last-minute fares to Islamabad (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 9% higher than the average return fare of AED 1,427.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Islamabad?

    airblue operates the most flights from the United Arab Emirates to Islamabad at 20 per week, while Pakistan International Airlines is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United Arab Emirates to Islamabad. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Islamabad?

  • How many flights serve Islamabad?

    Islamabad receives 12 flights per day and 83 per week from across the world. Abu Dhabi has the most flights to Islamabad with 32 weekly flights.

Your guide to booking Islamabad flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Islamabad, book around 21 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 19% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Islamabad, a good return fare is around AED 1,237. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Islamabad in January. Return fares historically average AED 1,230, making January the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to AED 143 on a return flight. Morning flights to Islamabad average AED 1,410 compared to AED 1,554 for afternoon flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Islamabad, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Pakistan International Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, Emirates includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, and airblue includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Islamabad

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Islamabad? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.4
Fly JinnahOverall score based on 5 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.4Crew
8.0Boarding
7.6Food
7.6Entertainment
Airline reviews

Very very bad experience, crew is rude, our zumzum was not brought. Flight was not smooth. Quality of food is very very poor

2.0 Mediocremona, Oct 2025
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Very very bad experience, crew is rude, our zumzum was not brought. Flight was not smooth. Quality of food is very very poor

Fantastic experience flying from Muscat to Islamabad with Fly Jinnah. Great check-in, crew, I sat in the emergency exit row so plenty of space, no issues with baggage. Boarding was prompt and we landed early. What more could you ask for? Fabulous trip, and outstanding value for money.

Departure was 2.5hrs. Sat onboard for this period with very poor comunication from the flight staff. Food standards were very average compared to Emirates normal standards. Arriving into Melbourne late was a complete disaster. One of the worst airports for managing large crowds entering immigration. The smart gate and declaration process is a joke. Luggage extremely slow coming out.

It was a great experience had been wanting to fly emirates to Dubai for long time. Thank you to all the staff.

Older plane that was not as comfortable as newer ones. Video system had problems starting up. Younger, apparently less experienced cabin crew.

everything was great , perhaps lower pricing and more miles incentive and prolong expiration of miles

On the way there the food was not a good Standerd and fly Dubai is very cramped and again the food was not a good Standerd but on the way back food was excellent and staff were very helpful specially a lady which I took time to take her name Maria and another staff which was South African very very polite and helpful i am very sorry that I got her name

Staff were excellent and helpful and the food was lovely.

Boarding is messy, business class no priority line Delay is departure.. hot in cabin

My experience with Emirates was very disappointing, particularly in how the disruption to my journey was handled. My connecting flight in Dubai was cancelled and I was provided overnight accommodation, but I was not advised that leaving the airport could affect duty-free items I had purchased at my original departure airport. When I returned for the rescheduled flight, the alcoholic beverages were confiscated. I was then initially refused boarding for my rescheduled flight, although this was eventually resolved. Onboard, I was allocated a next to a passenger who repeatedly shouted throughout the journey. I asked the senior cabin crew member to move me to vacant seats at the rear but was told they were reserved for crew. The same seats were only offered to me towards the end of the flight, when moving was of little benefit. I appreciate the hotel accommodation provided after the cancellation, but the overall handling, communication and customer service fell well below what I expected from Emirates. What began as a flight cancellation became a series of unnecessary inconveniences, financial loss and an extremely uncomfortable journey.

Good service. I wish there was more legroom. The food could be improved with additional options.

in today's time, an airline like emirates didnt serve drinks as requested, Excuse was full flight.

I had the worst experience I’ve ever had with any type of airline,they destroyed my baby’s baby stroller,that cost more than 2000$,the seats in a 13 hour flight was broken,so I definitely not recommend that airline for other people

Apart from chaotic boarding - which I totally understand was outside the control of gate staff. It was comfortable mid haul flight. Well done to cabin crew for their patience and hospitality with largely elderly passengers returning from pilgrimage.

Very poor show. Flight got delayed due to fog in Lahore. This is understandable. However, no arrangements were made for nany hours, once some things was organised, there was no leadership, no support to families with children's, disabled passengers. Took to hotel where it took 3 hours to sort out room allocation, that after finding partner to a minimum of 4 people. Couples were asked to find another couple before room is allocated. After 2 5 Hours of reaching room,return journey started with total chaos, no leadership at airport. Several derours to finally get new boarding passes. Asking the reason why flight was cancelled, the Saudi airline staff recommended using other Airlines in future.Finally boarding nobody inside the aeroplane helping old, illiterate to find their allocated sears. Sort out luggage storage. All the staff stayed in their kitchen areas to let passengers sort out. In-flight service wad good. Overall very poor experience.

Food was bad, boarding experience especially at Jeddah was extremely chaotic. Flights were very uncomfortable with Meals at odd times

This booking was as a result of stolen identity and hacking my debit account. I reported it to my bank. The thief tried to book two flights, maybe more. Hopefully, Kayak will be able to block fraudulent bookings and charges better in the future.

Very friendly and efficient staff. Would definitely fly Saudia again.

J’ai mon carte de fidélité Sky team gold À Dubaï je me sui présenté avec mon carte je sui rentré dans le louange Maintenant arrivé à Riyadh on m’a refusé que je rentre que parce que c’est la carte de Air France Et pourtant il y’a le partenariat bon brefs Tout ça c’est du racisme parce que je suis un africain

It’s like two different companies managing fligh from DC and totally horrible company between Jeddah and Cairo

Good variety could have been better; crew not as friendly

My baggage was not with the same flight I travelled

It’’s cheap airways and not worth code sharing with Etihad. They charge for everything…

Food options were limited and crew ran out of some options before all are served

The first segment from Atlanta to Abu Dhabi was fantastic, but we got downgraded to a different aircraft from Abu Dhabi to Delhi. We were supposed to be on a flatbed business class when we booked it but just about one week before travel, we were changed to A321 Neo, which just has old-fashioned business class seats that recline but don’t go flat. No TV either. While I fully understand that sometimes these changes have to be made for operational reasons, but I asked for some credit or compensation for that and I did not get any anywhere with that

I bought a full price ticket for business class on kayak and my seat selection was not Included, I had to pay more and WiFi for example was not Included in my seat. My travel companion who bought his ticket for the same business class price had these features included in his ticket therefore I am not happy with my purchase via kayak.

Good could be better. Crew is good but not great. Not much snack options for kids. Bathrooms were not cleaned on time

The crew were really bad mannered! And spoiled all my mood throughout the flight!

One of the bags was damaged the offer from the airline wasn’t enough to buy another bag. Can you look into the case please case reference 2007025965730

The cabin crew were kind, helpful, and polite. However, my flight from Abu Dhabi to Frankfurt was delayed, causing me to miss my connecting flight. As a result, my journey was significantly extended, leading to a much longer travel time than originally scheduled.

Maybe some more information as to why the flight got delayed I understand may be tell your customers that missiles were fired at a specific airport wouldn't be reassuring to the customers and would cause mayhem but something like recent events have cause a delay on your flight or smth

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

The plane is old, but the flight was on time.

The plane was old and the headrest was broken. The flight was on time.

Very unprofessional staff gave us hard time I will never ever fly out with PIA

The flight from Gilgit to Islamabad was cancelled. I had to arrange alternate transportation to Islamabad that took over 12 hours drive over a dangerous mountain pass with mudslides that were still being cleared as we drove. Could I please be given a refund for this cancelled flight?

Poor also they kelt changing dates of ticket! Not recommended

I am very certain that the food on this flight caused food poisoning.

Overall, it its good , needs to improve the food quality and more variety of food

Flight was good but it started half an hour late

The flight was canceled two times and didn’t tell me on time I was waiting all day long for my flight but at the end it was worst.

Flight was good and on time. Check in long time could have been avoided by having more counters at the airport

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