Travelling from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): What you need to know
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is Tehran's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) taking off from here.
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Tehran. Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Tehran to ISB.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Tehran to ISB leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The distance from central Tehran to IKA is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Have an early flight from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport? Stay somewhere close to Imam Khomeini International Airport, such as Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel will also put you moments from the terminal.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
About Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Consider staying in a hotel near ISB if you have a late flight from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
The centre of Islamabad is roughly 24 kilometres from Islamabad International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
At the moment, Rs37,075 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs145,640. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tehran to ISB if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Tehran to Islamabad International Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap flight ticket from Tehran to ISB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). July is the peak month for travel to Islamabad. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in April.
Lock in a Tehran to ISB flight ticket departing in June if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Islamabad to range from 24ºC to 39ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC.
More about Islamabad
Once you've booked your flight from Tehran to Islamabad International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Islamabad:
Your Islamabad visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Faisal Mosque, North-Pakistan Adventure | Climbing Trekking tours and Faisal mosque Islamabad.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've seen Islamabad, now it's time to explore other parts of Pakistan. Travel about 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to check off its leading sights. From Jamia Masjid F1 to Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Faisalabad is another essential stop in Pakistan and is around 241 kilometres south of Islamabad. No journey is complete without a visit to Faisal Masjid, Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali.