Flying from Gilgit Airport (GIL) to Islamabad Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Gilgit Airport to Islamabad Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, which is the same as Gilgit.
Every week, there are 11 Gilgit Airport to Islamabad Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, go for the 08:05 Pakistan International Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 16:00 with Pakistan International Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your GIL to ISB flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
PIA offers direct flights from Gilgit Airport to Islamabad Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Islamabad — and maybe even more of Pakistan if you have time.
PIA is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
PIA is the most punctual carrier that operates GIL to ISB flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gilgit Airport (GIL) to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
Right now, 58 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gilgit Airport to Islamabad Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 114 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book one month before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from GIL to ISB.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Gilgit Airport to Islamabad Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Gilgit Airport (GIL)
To reach Gilgit Airport from central Gilgit, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Gilgit Airport to Islamabad Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to GIL:
Arriving at Islamabad Airport (ISB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Gilgit Airport to Islamabad Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
Getting from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
From Islamabad Airport, Islamabad is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
August is the busiest month for flights from Gilgit Airport to Islamabad Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Islamabad in March.
When reserving your flight from Gilgit Airport to Islamabad Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GIL to ISB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Mavi Mosque(blue mosque), Indo-Islamic Design Monument and Jamia Masjid Shah Jamaat.
Faisalabad is another standout destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No trip is complete without seeing Faisal Masjid, Cricket Ground and Jinnah Park.