Flying from Abha Regional Airport (AHB) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, making Islamabad two hours ahead of Abha.
To ensure you get on your AHB to ISB flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Abha Regional Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between AHB and ISB:
King Khaled International Airport
Dubai Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abha Regional Airport (AHB) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
At the moment, £64 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Abha Regional Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £260. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AHB to ISB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Abha Regional Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Abha Regional Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Abha Regional Airport (AHB)
90.13% of flights leaving Abha Regional Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of AHB.
To get to Abha Regional Airport from central Abha, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near AHB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Abha Regional Airport to Islamabad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Abha Regional Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ISB instead:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to central Islamabad has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 19 miles away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The quietest month for a flight from Abha Regional Airport to Islamabad International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Islamabad based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Abha Regional Airport to Islamabad International Airport for June if you'd like to go to Islamabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AHB to ISB sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be explored after you've seen Islamabad. Around 170 miles away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Around 160 miles south of Islamabad, Faisalabad is another favourite stop in Pakistan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.