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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Muscat to Islamabad flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Muscat to Islamabad

Muscat to Islamabad: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Muscat to Islamabad below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Islamabad.

Muscat to Islamabad: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$340
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time2 hrs, 44 mins
Most popular airlineOman Air
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Muscat to Islamabad: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Muscat to Islamabad is $340. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Muscat to Islamabad.
Oman Air, SalamAir and AirSial Limited fly direct from Muscat to Islamabad.
As of December 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Muscat to Islamabad.
The cheapest month to fly from Muscat to Islamabad is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Muscat Airport to Islamabad Airport on Thursday, 26 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 44 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Islamabad but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Islamabad is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, PIA and SalamAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Islamabad.

Flying from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.

  • The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is one hour ahead of Muscat.

  • Take your pick of 12 weekly Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flights. The 18:00 departure with Pakistan International Airlines is the earliest flight available. SalamAir operates the latest service of the day at 23:50.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCT to ISB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • You can travel nonstop to Islamabad, Pakistan. Take off with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport:

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Fly Jinnah.

  • Among carriers operating MCT to ISB flights, Pakistan International Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MCT and ISB:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Jinnah International Airport

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

  • $122 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $340. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from MCT to ISB, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MCT to ISB.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.

Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)

  • Muscat International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from MCT arrive at their destination as scheduled 85.46% of the time.

  • Central Muscat to Muscat International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near MCT:

Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad

  • Islamabad International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Islamabad. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Islamabad. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Muscat International Airport to Islamabad International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCT to ISB in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 19ºC 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, check out popular attractions including Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.

  • Faisalabad is another sought-after destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No trip is complete without seeing Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.

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