Flying from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport is 8 hours 45 minutes.
Manchester is five hours behind Islamabad and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Your ISB to MAN 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 flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Manchester (and then exploring more of the United Kingdom!) is a breeze with PIA. This popular airline offers direct flights from Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is PIA.
PIA is the most punctual carrier that offers ISB to MAN flights, with 75.0% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ISB and MAN include:
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Kuwait Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Currently, $511 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $918. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ISB to MAN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from ISB to MAN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Islamabad Airport (ISB)
When it comes to Islamabad Airport's on-time performance, 67% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Islamabad to Islamabad Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ISB? If you're catching an early flight from Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
Book a hotel close to MAN if you're on a late Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Manchester Airport rental car and discover Manchester and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Surprice are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Manchester Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to the centre of Manchester has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Manchester in March.
When reserving your flight from Islamabad Airport to Manchester Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ISB to MAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen Manchester, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kilometres south-east to London to tick off its leading sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 113 kilometres south of Manchester. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham are key highlights.