Flying from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, making Islamabad 30 minutes ahead of Mashhad.
Your MHD to ISB flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MHD and ISB:
Muscat International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Rs55,478 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs172,590. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MHD to ISB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
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Handy information about Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
72.54% of flights taking off from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Mashhad to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Islamabad International Airport off to a relaxed start. Only a short drive from MHD, spend the night in Ghasr Talaee International Hotel and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
From Islamabad International Airport, Islamabad is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Islamabad International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Islamabad in April.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Islamabad International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MHD to ISB sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've seen Islamabad, now it's time to discover other corners of Pakistan. Travel about 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to tick off its popular sights. From Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks to B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Pakistan, consider Faisalabad, roughly 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block are key highlights.
