Flying from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is 6 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is three hours behind Beijing.
Flights from PEK to ISB start at 03:30 — the earliest with Pakistan International Airlines. The last service of the day is at 14:30 with Air China. Overall, you can take your pick of 19 weekly Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your PEK to ISB flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air China is your gateway to discovering Islamabad (and maybe even some other great parts of Pakistan!). Check out the direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Air China.
Pakistan International Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PEK to ISB flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between PEK and ISB:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Dubai Airport
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
₹ 43,085 is currently the best price for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 91,691. These fares may change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from PEK to ISB, book your journey eight months before your departure.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
PEK's address is Capital Airport Rd.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% of flights complete their journey on time.
Beijing Capital International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near PEK? If you're boarding an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
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 reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 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 Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Islamabad in April.
When reserving your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 39ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PEK to ISB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a trip to Lahore will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Faisalabad is another favourite destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No trip is complete without experiencing Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.