Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Islamabad Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Islamabad is one hour ahead of Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
Every week, there are 26 Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your AUH to ISB flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport, so jetting off to Islamabad (and then seeing more parts of Pakistan!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Etihad Airways.
PIA is the most punctual carrier that offers AUH to ISB flights. An impressive 83.33% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AUH and ISB:
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain Airport
Karachi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
111 € is currently the best price for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport flight. A return flight starts at 230 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from AUH to ISB by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from AUH to ISB.
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Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
75% of flights leaving from Zayed International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Abu Dhabi to Zayed International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near AUH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Islamabad Airport (ISB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
When to fly to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Islamabad in March.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Zayed International Airport to Islamabad Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUH 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 explore other corners of Pakistan. Journey about 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to check off its leading attractions. From Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) to Indo-Islamic Design Monument and Jamia Masjid Shah Jamaat, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Faisalabad is another standout destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No journey is complete without visiting Faisal Masjid, Cricket Ground and Jinnah Park.