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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Gilgit? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Gilgit.Rs10,842 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Dec.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Islamabad on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in Gilgit.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs10,842, select.
Gilgit.Rs10,842 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Islamabad on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Gilgit.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs10,842, select.
Gilgit.Rs10,845 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Islamabad on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Gilgit.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs10,845, select.
Gilgit.Rs12,260 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Islamabad on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Gilgit.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,260, select.
Gilgit.Rs12,950 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Islamabad on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Gilgit.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,950, select.
Gilgit.Rs13,671 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Feb.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Islamabad on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Gilgit.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs13,671, select.
Gilgit.Rs13,671 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Islamabad on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Gilgit.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs13,671, select.
Gilgit.Rs16,789 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound direct flight with PIA departs from Islamabad on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Gilgit.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,789, select.

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Flexible on travel dates? Find the cheapest month – or even day – to fly to Gilgit.
Sep
from Rs13,671
Oct
from Rs12,260
Nov
from Rs10,845
Dec
from Rs10,842
Jan
from Rs10,842
Feb
from Rs13,671
Mar
from Rs16,789
Apr
from Rs12,950
May
from Rs21,030
Jun
from Rs21,040
Jul
from Rs19,615
Aug
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Airports near Gilgit

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Direct flights to Gilgit

Frequently asked questions

The average flight time to Gilgit is 1 hour and 15 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Islamabad.
Currently, PIA is the only airline that flies direct to Gilgit.
The cheapest month to fly to Gilgit is usually November.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Gilgit but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
The best price we found for a return flight to Gilgit is Rs21,116. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Gilgit Airport is Saturday, 22 November 2025.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Gilgit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, PIA offers the cheapest flight tickets to Gilgit.

Flying to Gilgit

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs10,842
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlinePIA
Average flights per week11

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How to find cheap flights to Gilgit Airport (GIL)

  • The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Gilgit Airport is Rs10,842. A round-trip plane ticket to GIL right now is Rs21,116.

  • Never miss out on a deal by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to GIL. We'll do the monitoring for you, sending updates when fares drop.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get the lowest price on tickets to Gilgit, where Gilgit Airport is located, if you book ahead. Airlines tend to offer some great early bird deals.

  • Select 'Add nearby airports' when searching to boost your chances of securing cheap flights to Gilgit. This will give you more options for where to start and end your journey, as well as different fares.

  • Search for plane tickets to Gilgit Airport that have a stop or two. Taking an indirect route can help you save. After your results appear, use the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Gilgit

  • May is usually the cheapest month to jump on a flight to Gilgit.

  • If your travel dates are flexible, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to GIL.

  • If you want to experience Gilgit at its liveliest, book your flights to GIL for May. Being on holiday during peak periods generally means there's more to see and do than at other times of the year.

  • February is the least busy time of year to visit if you prefer a more relaxed vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Gilgit then.

  • With averages of between 1ºC and 19ºC, July is when Gilgit is at its warmest. Plan your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your trip.

  • Ranging from -28ºC to -8ºC, January is when temperatures are at their lowest.

  • With two days of rain on average, December is the driest month in Gilgit.

  • The wettest time of year is April. Go then and you can expect to get around ten days of rainfall.

Travelling to Gilgit Airport (GIL): What you need to know

  • Ditch the layovers and board a direct flight to Gilgit Airport. PIA flies straight to Gilgit.

  • If you want to jet off with the most consistently on-time carrier, book your GIL plane ticket with PIA. Up to 0% of its flights into this airport touch down on schedule.

  • You'll be arriving in the UTC+5 timezone at GIL.

  • Eager to get some sleep after your flight to GIL? These hotels close to Gilgit Airport offer the ideal place to relax and recharge:

  • Gilgit Airport is located in Gilgit, Gilgit–Baltistan, Pakistan.

Getting to central Gilgit from Gilgit Airport (GIL)

  • Central Gilgit is about 3 kilometres from GIL.

  • You'll get to the centre in around 10 minutes if you're taking a cab or a ride-share after your flight to GIL.

  • Expect the journey to take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.

  • If you'd like to stay close to the action in Gilgit, unpack your bags at one of these top hotels:

Gilgit highlights

  • Hop off your flight to Gilgit and find your way to these well-known attractions:

    • Taj Mugal Monument تاج مغل شکاری: Around 3 kilometres south-east of the city centre, this landmark is an ideal spot to start your sightseeing in the city.

    • Gadi Bagh گھڑی باغ: Take on this landmark next. About 0.48 kilometres north-west of the city centre, it's worth checking out to get the full Gilgit experience.

How to get to Sumaiyar from Gilgit Airport (GIL)

  • Going to the nearby city of Sumaiyar? It's around 48 kilometres from GIL.

Travelling from Gilgit Airport (GIL) to Karīmābād

  • If Karīmābād is your destination, it's around 56 kilometres from Gilgit Airport.

Explore more of Pakistan

  • Up for more exploring? Rawalpindi will add something special to your trip to Pakistan. It's around 290 kilometres south-west of Gilgit and features Umer Bin Khattab Masjid, Moti Masjid and Jamia Masjid E Muhammad.

  • Muzaffarabad could easily become your new favourite place in Pakistan. You'll find it roughly 193 kilometres south-west of Gilgit. Valleys of kashmir, Rose Garden and Neelum Island are among the highlights.

  • Let your travels lead you to Islamabad, which is roughly 274 kilometres south-west of Gilgit. Faisal Mosque, North-Pakistan Adventure | Climbing Trekking tours and Faisal mosque Islamabad are reasons to go. You can reach this city by flying into Islamabad International Airport (ISB).

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