Travelling from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is five hours behind Islamabad and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ISB to EDI flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ISB and EDI:
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
At the moment, 263 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 575 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ISB to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ISB to EDI.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Islamabad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Islamabad International Airport, data shows 71.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Islamabad International Airport is about 31 kilometres from central Islamabad. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to ISB? If you've booked an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Consider booking a hotel close to EDI if you're catching a late Islamabad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Islamabad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you'd like to explore Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ISB to EDI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Edinburgh, now it's time to discover other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to check off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.