Flying from Skardu Airport (KDU) to Islamabad Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport.
Skardu and Islamabad are in the same timezone, UTC+5.
Choose from 13 weekly Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport flights. The 08:15 departure with Pakistan International Airlines is the earliest available. Pakistan International Airlines operates the last service of the day at 15:00.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your KDU to ISB flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Airblue has direct flights from Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Islamabad — and maybe even more of Pakistan if you have time.
Airblue is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for KDU to ISB flights is PIA.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport when flying between KDU and ISB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Skardu Airport (KDU) to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
Currently, 72 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 128 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KDU to ISB.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Skardu Airport (KDU)
To get to Skardu Airport from central Skardu, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near KDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Islamabad Airport (ISB)
If you're arriving on a late Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ISB:
Getting from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Islamabad. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Islamabad. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Skardu Airport to Islamabad Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from KDU to ISB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
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, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad, Faisalabad is another favourite stop in Pakistan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Faisal Masjid, Cricket Ground and Jinnah Park.


