Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad is nine hours ahead of Philadelphia and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL 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 like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Many passengers pass through Hamad International Airport when flying between PHL and ISB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
At the moment, R 9,086 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 17,524. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from PHL to ISB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from PHL to ISB is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% touch down on time at their destination.
Philadelphia International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near PHL? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
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 drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Islamabad. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Islamabad International Airport for June if you want to go to Islamabad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PHL to ISB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've done Islamabad, now it's time to explore more of Pakistan. Travel about 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to tick off its leading sights. From Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks to B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of Pakistan, consider Faisalabad, about 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block are among its highlights.
