Travelling from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) out of here.
Islamabad is three hours ahead of Bucharest. Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad, which operates on the UTC+5 timezone.
Your flight from Bucharest to ISB 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 for international travel.
Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bucharest to ISB. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
OTP is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the flights that depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71.27% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
About Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near ISB:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to the centre of Islamabad is roughly 24 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport is $496. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,186. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Bucharest to ISB, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). Visit Islamabad in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Bucharest to ISB flight ticket departing in June if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Islamabad to range from 24ºC to 39ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Islamabad
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Islamabad International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Islamabad:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Islamabad when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Faisal Mosque followed by North-Pakistan Adventure | Climbing Trekking tours and Faisal mosque Islamabad.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Jamia Masjid F1, Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak.
If you want to check out another corner of Pakistan, consider Faisalabad, roughly 241 kilometres south of Islamabad. Faisal Masjid, Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali are highlights.