Travelling from New York to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when organising your flight from New York to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). Explore your options for flying out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad. The city is in the UTC+5 timezone and is nine hours ahead of New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from New York to ISB.
In high season, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to ISB departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from New York to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from New York to Islamabad International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and ISB:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to ISB flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you take public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Islamabad International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, LGA is a dependable starting point for your trip.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Islamabad International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to central Islamabad is around 24 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Islamabad International Airport is Rs90,680. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs209,896. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from New York to ISB, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap New York to Islamabad International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Lock in a cheap flight from New York to Islamabad International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from New York to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from New York to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). July is the peak month for travel to Islamabad. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
Book a New York to ISB flight ticket departing in June if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Islamabad to range from 24ºC to 39ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from New York to Islamabad International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Islamabad
Start your Islamabad trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Islamabad International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Islamabad trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include Faisal Mosque, North-Pakistan Adventure | Climbing Trekking tours and Faisal mosque Islamabad.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad has its own special appeal, 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 keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Jamia Masjid F1, Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak.
Around 241 kilometres south of Islamabad, Faisalabad is another favourite stop in Pakistan. Experience major highlights starting with Faisal Masjid, Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali.