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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Islamabad? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Islamabad.423 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Islamabad on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From 423 €, select.
Islamabad.534 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Islamabad on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From 534 €, select.
Islamabad.535 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Feb, returning Sat, 21 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Islamabad on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From 535 €, select.
Islamabad.590 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Fri, 23 Jan.Return flight with FitsAir and PIA.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with PIA, departs from Islamabad on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From 590 €, select.
Islamabad.718 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with FitsAir and flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Islamabad on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From 718 €, select.
Islamabad.830 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Sat, 13 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From 830 €, select.
Islamabad.835 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Fri, 3 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From 835 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Islamabad

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Islamabad flights are currently cheapest in March.
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Colombo to Islamabad: Alternative routes

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Colombo to Islamabad: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found423 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Islamabad: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Islamabad is 423 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Colombo to Islamabad. But we found flights with one stop from 423 €.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from Colombo to Islamabad.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Islamabad is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Islamabad Airport on Monday, 2 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo and Islamabad Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Islamabad but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Islamabad is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Islamabad is SalamAir .

Travelling from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): What you need to know

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) taking off from here.

  • Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad. The city follows the UTC+5 timezone and is 30 minutes behind Colombo.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Colombo to ISB, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • The journey from central Colombo to RML takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Colombo Ratmalana Airport:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Break up your flight from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Bandaranaike International Airport and ISB are:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

    • Jinnah International Airport (KHI)

  • You can reach CMB from central Colombo in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Colombo to ISB flight? Check in to a hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.71%.

About Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad

  • The centre of Islamabad is about 24 kilometres from Islamabad International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

  • At the moment, 210 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 423 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from Colombo to ISB, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • Affordable Colombo to Islamabad International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Colombo to ISB by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when prices go down.

  • Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). Plan your visit to Islamabad in April for a more laid-back experience.

  • Lock in a Colombo to ISB plane ticket departing in June if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Islamabad to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Islamabad

  • Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Islamabad International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Islamabad:

  • Faisal Mosque and North-Pakistan Adventure | Climbing Trekking tours are just two of the big attractions to put on your Islamabad must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Faisal mosque Islamabad.

Explore more of Pakistan

  • Lahore is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Jamia Masjid F1, Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak.

  • Around 241 kilometres south of Islamabad, Faisalabad is another essential stop in Pakistan. No visit is complete without checking out Faisal Masjid, Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali.

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