Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is ten hours ahead of Chicago.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to ISB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORD and ISB:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight is R 7,225. A return plane ticket right now is R 15,333. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ORD to ISB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ORD to ISB.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
Central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near ORD? If you're catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Consider booking a hotel near ISB if you're on a late O'Hare International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
From Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
July is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Islamabad in April.
When booking your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to ISB in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've done Islamabad, now it's time to discover other corners of Pakistan. Journey around 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to check off its leading attractions. From Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks to B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore 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 the start of reasons to visit.
