Travelling from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is 30 minutes behind Hyderabad.
To ensure you catch your HYD to ISB flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between HYD and ISB include:
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Right now, R 5,455 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,581. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from HYD to ISB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HYD to ISB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Of the departures from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, 73.37% arrive on time at their destination.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Hyderabad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near HYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
If you have a late Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ISB:
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 trip dates for your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Islamabad. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from HYD to ISB in January if you'd rather travel during 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 places in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Pakistan, head for Faisalabad, roughly 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block are key reasons to visit.
