Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Around 6 hours 15 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport flight.
Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad. The city follows the UTC+5 timezone and is three hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
The most popular route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). Take your pick of 2 direct services every week. Pakistan International Airlines operates a 12:30pm departure between KUL and ISB.
To ensure you get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ISB, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can find a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
When departing from KUL, you can catch a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport with Pakistan International Airlines.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Pakistan International Airlines between KUL and ISB.
Pakistan International Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to ISB. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Located around 64 kms (40 miles) from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
58.65% of flights that depart Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 24 kms (15 miles) from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to ISB flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.97%.
About Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near ISB and fast-forward to bedtime:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
The centre of Islamabad is roughly 15 miles from Islamabad International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Right now, £159 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £372. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to ISB.
The best month for landing cheap Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). Plan your visit to Islamabad in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to ISB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Islamabad
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Islamabad International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Islamabad:
There are plenty of things to do in Islamabad when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary 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 cities in Pakistan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Islamabad. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the south-east, its top attractions include Jamia Masjid F1, Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Pakistan, head for Faisalabad, about 241 kms (150 miles) south of Islamabad. Faisal Masjid, Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali are key highlights.