Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is one hour behind Almaty.
Give yourself enough time to make your ALA to ISB flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Almaty Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ALA and ISB:
Sharjah International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Right now, R 4,436 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Almaty Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,718. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from ALA to ISB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Almaty Airport to Islamabad International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
Of the departures from Almaty Airport, 61.23% land on time at their destination.
Almaty Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near ALA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Almaty Airport to Islamabad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Book a hotel near ISB if you have a late Almaty Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to central Islamabad has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Almaty Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Islamabad. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Almaty Airport to Islamabad International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ALA to ISB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad, Faisalabad is another favourite stop in Pakistan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.