Flying from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Islamabad two hours ahead of Erbil.
To ensure you get on your EBL to ISB flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Erbil International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EBL and ISB:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Erbil International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight is R 8,104. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 10,970. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from EBL to ISB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Erbil International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EBL to ISB.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Erbil International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Erbil International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from EBL land at their destination as scheduled 80.68% of the time.
Erbil International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Erbil. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near EBL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Erbil International Airport to Islamabad International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Consider booking a hotel near ISB if you have a late Erbil International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Islamabad. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The quietest month for a flight from Erbil International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Islamabad based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your flights from Erbil International Airport to Islamabad International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EBL to ISB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a trip to Lahore will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Faisalabad is another favourite destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No journey is complete without experiencing Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
