Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is one hour ahead of Abu Dhabi.
Every week, there are 37 Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, jump on the 14:20 Etihad Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:15 with Etihad Airways.
To ensure you get on your AUH to ISB flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. When you're ready to start your Islamabad adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Pakistan:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Etihad Airways on this route.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates AUH to ISB flights. A reliable 90.98% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AUH and ISB:
Jinnah International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Right now, $168 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $409. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from AUH to ISB.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Of all flights leaving Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% land on time at their destination.
Central Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AUH? If you're catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
If you're coming in on a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ISB:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to central Islamabad has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Islamabad. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Islamabad International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUH to ISB sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've seen Islamabad, now it's time to discover more of Pakistan. Journey about 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to tick off its top sights. From Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks to B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Faisalabad is another standout destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No trip is complete without a visit to Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.