Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, making Islamabad 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Your MAA to ISB flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MAA and ISB:
Sharjah International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Currently, ₹ 33,168 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 66,162. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from MAA to ISB, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Islamabad International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MAA:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Reserve a hotel close to ISB if you're taking a late Chennai Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to the centre of Islamabad has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It takes around 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 Chennai Airport to Islamabad International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Islamabad in April.
Before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Islamabad International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 39ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAA to ISB sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've seen Islamabad, now it's time to explore other corners of Pakistan. Journey about 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to tick off its top 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.
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.