Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Islamabad three hours ahead of Sharm El Sheikh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SSH to ISB flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SSH and ISB:
King Khaled International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
304 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 1.258 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SSH to ISB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Islamabad International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SSH to ISB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Islamabad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
65.11% of flights that leave from Sharm El Sheikh Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SSH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Islamabad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Consider booking a hotel near ISB if you're catching a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Islamabad. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Islamabad International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Islamabad in April.
Before locking in your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Islamabad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SSH to ISB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a trip to Lahore will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Faisalabad is another essential stop in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No journey is complete without visiting Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
