Flying from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Islamabad one hour 30 minutes ahead of Tehran.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your IKA to ISB flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between IKA and ISB:
Dubai Airport
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
R 3,739 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 9,189. These prices can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from IKA to ISB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Imam Khomeini 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 lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from IKA to ISB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.19% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Imam Khomeini International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Islamabad International Airport? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are near IKA. They're a particularly good choice if you have an early flight out.
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
If you're arriving on a late Imam Khomeini International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ISB:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of Islamabad. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Islamabad. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IKA to ISB around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be explored after you've seen Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
If there's time to check out another corner of Pakistan, head for Faisalabad, about 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.
