Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, making Islamabad six hours behind Sydney.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your SYD to ISB flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Islamabad International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SYD and ISB:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Dubai Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight is 371 €. A round-trip fare is currently 723 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to ISB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Islamabad International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Islamabad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Islamabad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Consider booking a hotel close to ISB if you're taking a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Settle into one of these 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 about 35 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Islamabad. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Islamabad International Airport for June if you'd like to visit Islamabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SYD to ISB around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a visit 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 well-known destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No trip is complete without a visit to Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.