Travelling from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is 12 hours behind Islamabad, where Islamabad International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to get on your ISB to Los Angeles flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from ISB to Los Angeles with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
ISB is around 24 kilometres from central Islamabad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near ISB:
71.38% of flights leaving from Islamabad International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Los Angeles
Rs161,007 is currently the best price for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs318,040. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from ISB to Los Angeles, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Islamabad International Airport to Los Angeles ticket.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Islamabad International Airport to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Go where the road takes you with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from ISB to Los Angeles.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Following your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ISB to Los Angeles flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just whatever's left, by securing your ride from VNY ahead of time. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Visit Los Angeles during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Islamabad International Airport to Los Angeles during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Islamabad International Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from ISB to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
Once you've booked your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Los Angeles, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are essential stops on your Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, head for San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are key highlights.