Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Islamabad two hours ahead of Ankara.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ESB to ISB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between ESB and ISB:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Currently, ₹ 23,905 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 44,627. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ESB to ISB if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ESB to ISB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Esenboga International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Of the departures from Esenboga International Airport, 78.41% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Esenboga International Airport from central Ankara, it takes around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near ESB:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
If you're arriving on a late Esenboga International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ISB:
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 drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The quietest month for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Islamabad based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Islamabad International Airport for June if you want to explore Islamabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 39ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ESB to ISB in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a visit to Lahore will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Faisalabad is another sought-after destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No journey is complete without experiencing Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
