Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to London: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Islamabad International Airport to London is 7 hours 25 minutes.
Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is 5 hours behind Islamabad.
The busiest route is from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Take your pick of 3 services every week between these two airports. British Airways offers a 07:55 departure between ISB and LGW.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from ISB to London.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to London are available for booking. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is where you'll disembark.
Check out the offers from British Airways. This airline has direct flights from Islamabad International Airport to London.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from ISB to London that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you have a passport from Pakistan, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United Kingdom. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Islamabad International Airport to London for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Islamabad, ISB can be reached in approximately 33 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to London? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near ISB:
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to London
219 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Islamabad International Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 474 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from ISB to London by booking at least 2 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Islamabad International Airport to London is October. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
Getting a cheap ticket from ISB to London is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from central London. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 57 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Islamabad International Airport to London. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Islamabad International Airport to London has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near LGW. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from ISB to London at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Islamabad International Airport to London. To avoid the crowds, visit London in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Islamabad International Airport to London, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from ISB to London around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Islamabad International Airport to London, explore our selection of hotels including:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just two of the popular attractions to add to your London itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in London and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Islamabad International Airport to London.