Travelling from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): What you need to know
Shanghai is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) heading out from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Islamabad is three hours behind Shanghai. Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad, which operates on the UTC+5 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to ISB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to ISB leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
PVG is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
78.11% of flights leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport land at their destination on time.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Split up your flight from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and ISB are:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to SHA from the centre of Shanghai in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Shanghai to ISB flight? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near ISB and get cosy, quick:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Islamabad. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Currently, Rs87,128 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs189,822. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to ISB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Affordable Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Shanghai to ISB.
Find a cheap flight from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). Plan your visit to Islamabad in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Shanghai to ISB flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 39ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 19ºC.
More about Islamabad
After booking your flight from Shanghai to Islamabad International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Islamabad:
There are loads of things to do in Islamabad when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Faisal Mosque followed by North-Pakistan Adventure | Climbing Trekking tours and Faisal mosque Islamabad.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a trip to Lahore will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Jamia Masjid F1, Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Pakistan, consider Faisalabad, about 241 kilometres south of Islamabad. Faisal Masjid, Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali are among its highlights.
