Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, making Islamabad three hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Take your pick of three weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flights. The 01:30 departure with Pakistan International Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Pakistan International Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 12:30.
Leave plenty of time to make your KUL to ISB flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pakistan International Airlines offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Islamabad — and maybe even more of Pakistan if you have time.
Pakistan International Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for KUL to ISB flights is Pakistan International Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between KUL and ISB include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight is $328. A return fare is currently $785. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from KUL to ISB, reserve your journey seven months before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
58.65% of flights that leave from Kuala Lumpur International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 4 hours 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near KUL. Whether you have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Reserve 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 drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Islamabad. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Islamabad International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KUL to ISB in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Pakistan, head for Faisalabad, roughly 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block are among the biggest draws.