Flying from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Belfast. Explore your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when reserving your flight from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport (ISB).
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is 5 hours ahead of Belfast. Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Belfast to ISB. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Whether you'd prefer to explore a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is a stop you can make during your flight from Belfast to ISB.
The distance from central Belfast to BFS is roughly 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Give yourself some time to freshen up during your flight from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport with a stopover. London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is one of the options between George Best Belfast City Airport and ISB.
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 12 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 22 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Belfast to ISB? Relax in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to the centre of Islamabad takes about 33 minutes in a car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 1 hour and 26 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
For a one-way ticket from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport, C$335 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just C$730. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
To find flight tickets from Belfast to ISB, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for a cheap ticket from Belfast to ISB every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
April is the quietest time to fly to Islamabad. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport.
Book your flight from Belfast to ISB for June if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Islamabad to range from 24ºC to 39ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Islamabad
After booking your flight from Belfast to Islamabad International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Islamabad:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument Museum and Lake View Park are major attractions which should be on every Islamabad itinerary.
Complete your Islamabad trip with a car rental
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