Travelling from Ras Al Khaimah Airport (RKT) to Islamabad Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Ras Al Khaimah Airport to Islamabad Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Islamabad one hour ahead of Ras al Khaimah.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your RKT to ISB flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Islamabad (and then seeing more of Pakistan!) is a snap with Air Arabia. This popular airline has direct flights from Ras Al Khaimah Airport to Islamabad Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air Arabia on this route.
Among carriers operating RKT to ISB flights, Air Arabia has the best track record for timely arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ras Al Khaimah Airport (RKT) to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
$220 is the best price for a one-way Ras Al Khaimah Airport to Islamabad Airport flight. A return flight starts from $428. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RKT to ISB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Ras Al Khaimah Airport to Islamabad Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RKT to ISB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ras Al Khaimah Airport to Islamabad Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ras Al Khaimah Airport (RKT)
Ras Al Khaimah Airport has an excellent on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RKT arrive at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
Ras Al Khaimah Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Ras al Khaimah. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Ras Al Khaimah Airport to Islamabad Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to RKT:
Arriving at Islamabad Airport (ISB)
If you have a late Ras Al Khaimah Airport to Islamabad Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near ISB:
When to fly to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Ras Al Khaimah Airport to Islamabad Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Islamabad. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Ras Al Khaimah Airport to Islamabad Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RKT to ISB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Mavi Mosque(blue mosque), Indo-Islamic Design Monument and Jamia Masjid Shah Jamaat.
If you're looking to explore another side of Pakistan, consider Faisalabad, about 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. Faisal Masjid, Cricket Ground and Jinnah Park are key reasons to visit.
