Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is three hours ahead of Cairo.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CAI to ISB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CAI and ISB include:
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
$288 is currently the best price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $732. These prices may change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CAI to ISB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Cairo International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CAI to ISB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cairo International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Of the departures from Cairo International Airport, 63.38% land on time at their destination.
Cairo International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near CAI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Islamabad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
If you're coming in on a late Cairo International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ISB:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to the centre of Islamabad has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Islamabad in April.
When booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 39ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CAI to ISB around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres south-east of Islamabad, a visit to Lahore will keep you on the move. Check out popular 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 journey is complete without dropping by Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.