Flying from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is two hours ahead of Baghdad.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BGW to ISB flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Baghdad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between BGW and ISB include:
Sharjah International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Currently, R 2,917 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,960. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from BGW to ISB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BGW to ISB.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Baghdad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
When it comes to Baghdad International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.91% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Baghdad to Baghdad International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Have an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to BGW:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Baghdad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to central Islamabad has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The quietest month for a flight from Baghdad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Islamabad based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BGW to ISB in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a visit to Lahore will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad, Faisalabad is another essential stop in Pakistan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.