Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Islamabad one hour ahead of Sharjah.
You can choose from 57 weekly Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flights. The 01:00 departure with Pakistan International Airlines is the earliest available. Fly Jinnah operates the latest service of the day at 23:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SHJ to ISB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can fly nonstop to Islamabad, Pakistan. Prepare for takeoff with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport:
Fly Jinnah is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for SHJ to ISB flights is Pakistan International Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SHJ and ISB:
Quetta Airport
Jinnah International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight is R 1,842. A return ticket is currently R 4,843. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SHJ to ISB.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
76.09% of flights that leave from Sharjah International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to SHJ:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
If you're landing on a late Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near ISB:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from central Islamabad. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Islamabad based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Islamabad International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Islamabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SHJ to ISB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've seen Islamabad, now it's time to explore other corners of Pakistan. Travel 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, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in 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.