Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, making Islamabad two hours ahead of Istanbul.
Leave enough time to make your SAW to ISB flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SAW and ISB include:
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Rs40,182 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs115,677. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAW to ISB if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Islamabad International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from SAW to ISB couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Of the departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SAW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Islamabad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Reserve a hotel close to ISB if you're taking a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of Islamabad. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Islamabad. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 39ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to ISB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a trip to Lahore will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad, Faisalabad is another favourite stop in Pakistan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.