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Find the cheapest month to fly from Islamabad to Gilgit

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Islamabad to Gilgit flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Islamabad to Gilgit

Islamabad to Gilgit: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Islamabad to Gilgit below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Gilgit.

Islamabad to Gilgit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 665
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlinePIA
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Islamabad to Gilgit: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Islamabad to Gilgit is R 1,296. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Islamabad to Gilgit.
PIA flies direct from Islamabad to Gilgit.
As of September 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Islamabad to Gilgit.
The cheapest month to fly from Islamabad to Gilgit is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Islamabad Airport to Gilgit Airport on Saturday, 22 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Gilgit but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Gilgit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, PIA offers the cheapest flight tickets to Gilgit.

Travelling from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Gilgit Airport (GIL): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Islamabad International Airport to Gilgit Airport.

  • Each week, there are 26 Islamabad International Airport to Gilgit Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, select the 06:00 Pakistan International Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 14:10 with Pakistan International Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ISB to GIL flight.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Pakistan International Airlines has direct flights from Islamabad International Airport to Gilgit Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Gilgit — and maybe even more of Pakistan if your schedule allows.

  • Pakistan International Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Pakistan International Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates ISB to GIL flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Gilgit Airport (GIL)

  • R 665 is currently the best price for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Gilgit Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,296. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ISB to GIL if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.

  • Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Islamabad International Airport to Gilgit Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from ISB to GIL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Islamabad International Airport to Gilgit Airport.

Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

  • Of all flights departing from Islamabad International Airport, 71.38% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Islamabad International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Islamabad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a convenient hotel near ISB? If you've booked an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Gilgit Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Gilgit Airport (GIL)

Getting from Gilgit Airport (GIL) to central Gilgit

  • Gilgit Airport to central Gilgit has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Gilgit Airport (GIL)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Gilgit Airport. May is the most popular month to head to Gilgit. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Gilgit Airport for July if you want to go to Gilgit during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from ISB to GIL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -28ºC (-18ºF) and -8ºC (18ºF) on average.

Explore more of Pakistan

  • Lahore is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen Gilgit. Around 499 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.

  • Rawalpindi is another standout destination in Pakistan and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Gilgit. No journey is complete without dropping by Parade Lane Park, Civic Park and Millad Park.

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