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$83 Find Cheap Flights from Dubai to Islamabad

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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Islamabad (DXB-ISB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dubai to Islamabad that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dubai to Islamabad

Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 18
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
4:10 am - 8:15 amDXB-ISB
3h 05mnonstop
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 2:55 amISB-DXB
17h 55m1 stop
$266Pakistan International Airlines
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 23
SAUDIA Logo
4:00 pm - 8:10 amDXB-ISB
15h 10m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
2:00 am - 7:30 pmISB-DXB
18h 30m1 stop
$268SAUDIA
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Tue, Dec 9 - Sat, Jan 10
SAUDIA Logo
4:05 am - 12:20 amDXB-ISB
19h 15m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
10:40 am - 4:55 amISB-DXB
19h 15m1 stop
$271SAUDIA
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Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 29
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
4:10 am - 8:15 amDXB-ISB
3h 05mnonstop
Pakistan International Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 2:55 amISB-DXB
17h 55m1 stop
$278Pakistan International Airlines
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Thu, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 9
Gulf Air Logo
9:00 pm - 2:30 pmDXB-ISB
16h 30m1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
3:30 pm - 10:35 pmISB-DXB
8h 05m1 stop
$281Gulf Air
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Fri, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 16
Serene Air Logo
7:00 pm - 11:05 pmDXB-ISB
3h 05mnonstop
Serene Air Logo
2:30 am - 4:55 amISB-DXB
3h 25mnonstop
$288Serene Air
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Wed, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 9
Gulf Air Logo
9:00 pm - 2:30 pmDXB-ISB
16h 30m1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
3:30 pm - 3:30 amISB-DXB
13h 00m1 stop
$299Gulf Air
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Mon, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 9
Emirates Logo
9:05 pm - 1:15 amDXB-ISB
3h 10mnonstop
Emirates Logo
9:20 am - 11:35 amISB-DXB
3h 15mnonstop
$325Emirates
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Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
Emirates Logo
9:05 pm - 1:15 amDXB-ISB
3h 10mnonstop
Emirates Logo
9:20 am - 11:35 amISB-DXB
3h 15mnonstop
$329Emirates
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Nov 4
Serene Air Logo
2:40 pm - 6:45 pmDXB-ISB
3h 05mnonstop
Serene Air Logo
10:00 am - 12:45 pmISB-DXB
3h 45mnonstop
$331Serene Air
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Everything you should know

Our travelers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Emirates offers Wi-Fi for all, free for Skywards members.
Use ride-sharing apps at ISB for easy transport.
Expert advice
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Top airlines
Pakistan International Airlines
Cheapest • from $266 (round-trip)
Emirates
Best reviews • 8.1 score
Airline reviews
Airline reviews
+1
+1
Airline reviews
Airline reviews
+1
When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 3% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 9% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
Good to know
+1
+1
Good to know
Good to know
+1
Cheapest round-trip
$266
Typical prices: $274-361
Pakistan International Airlines
Wed 11/12Thu 12/18
DXB - ISB • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$288
Typical prices: $266-343
Serene Air
Fri 10/10Thu 10/16
DXB - ISB • Non-stop
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Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to Islamabad

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Pakistan International Airlines

Executive economy offers priority boarding and increased baggage allowance for a smoother travel experience.


PIA's Family Program lets up to nine family members collect miles together for rewards.

Emirates

Emirates economy class offers 13.3-inch TV screens and ergonomic seats for enhanced comfort.


Emirates provides Wi-Fi for all, free for Skywards members, enhancing connectivity during flights.

Read more about Emiratesby Duncan Madden
Airports
DXB

Enjoy fast, free, and unlimited Wi-Fi throughout DXB, perfect for staying connected before your flight to ISB.

Read more about DXBby Jessica Macdonald
ISB

For a smooth arrival at ISB, consider using ride-sharing apps like Uber or Careem for convenient transport to Islamabad.

Read more about ISBby Sharad Ranabhat
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Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew

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Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew has been exploring the world and writing about it for more than 30 years. His travel stories have appeared in numerous newspapers, magazines and online publications in Canada, the United States and beyond.

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Sharad Ranabhat

Sharad Ranabhat

Expert on ISB

Sharad Ranabhat

Sharad Ranabhat

Sharad, a Nepal-based aviation journalist, is passionate about uncovering the latest in airline news and airport reviews. When he's not diving into the world of aviation, you’ll find him exploring new destinations and sharing stories that connect and inspire.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Dubai to Islamabad flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dubai to Islamabad to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Islamabad?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Dubai to Islamabad clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Islamabad on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Dubai to Islamabad. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Wednesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Islamabad?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to Islamabad, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Dubai to Islamabad is February, where tickets cost $289 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $379 and $362 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Dubai to Islamabad?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $319, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to Islamabad, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Dubai to Islamabad, you should book around 14 weeks before departure, which saves you about 3% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$83
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Dubai to Islamabad

When to book flights from Dubai to Islamabad

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Islamabad based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Dubai to Islamabad

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dubai to Islamabad was $83 for a one-way ticket and $266 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Dubai and Islamabad?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Islamabad from Dubai.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Dubai to Islamabad?

    Dubai and Islamabad are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Dubai from Dubai Intl and will be arriving at Islamabad Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Dubai to Islamabad?

    flydubai, and Emirates offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Dubai to Islamabad flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dubai to Islamabad?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dubai to Islamabad flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Dubai and Islamabad.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Dubai to Islamabad?

    There are nonstop flights from Dubai to Islamabad on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Dubai to Islamabad, Emirates or SAUDIA?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dubai to Islamabad are Emirates and SAUDIA. With an average price for the route of $363 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. SAUDIA is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $333 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Dubai to Islamabad.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Dubai to Islamabad?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Islamabad from Dubai is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Islamabad with an airline and back to Dubai with another airline. Booking your flights between Dubai and ISB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Islamabad from Dubai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Dubai to Islamabad

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $100 or less one-way and $301 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Dubai to Islamabad?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Dubai Intl to Islamabad Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Dubai Intl Airport to Islamabad Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dubai Intl to Islamabad Intl

Monday

Emirates, airblue, flydubai

Emirates, airblue, +1 more

Tuesday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, Serene Air, +2 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Wednesday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, +1 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, +1 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, Serene Air, +2 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Saturday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, +1 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, flydubai

Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, +1 more

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Direct returns

Islamabad Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Emirates, Serene Air, airblue, +1 more

Emirates, Serene Air, +2 more

Tuesday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, +1 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, +1 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, Serene Air, +2 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Friday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, +1 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, +1 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, airblue, +1 more

Emirates, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Dubai to Islamabad

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Dubai to Islamabad. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Dubai to Islamabad? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3334 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.9Food
8.0Comfort
8.3Crew
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Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

6.0 GoodGraham, Sep 2025DXB - JFK
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Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Hospitality is good. Should improve on buggage handling because l lost a suitcase. Layover in Dubai was too long , 6 hours

Can’t complain Only downside was the Kiosk passport check and customs clearance at Melbourne. When will they improve that service🤔

Similar to Hyd->Dubai this too was worst airlines. Bad seats, bad seating arrangement which created lot of confusion since family member were not given seat together. However most of them changed the seat and got with the family. Cheap tactics by Emirates.

Emirates need to improve the boarding process. There is no point calling for all First and Business Class passengers plus Platinum, Gold and Silver Skywards members at one time. Further to this, try channeling all these people into one entry point with no defined lines. It was chaos. The is a common issue on the Dubai to Riyadh flight. Poor effort Emirates.

The staff on board were excellent. Kind, thoughtful, helpful - not just with me but with others around that I observed. Wonderful service.

Emirates First Class is always a treat with Caviar and service is always personalised.

Very pleasant.The crews are very nice.Food were excellent.

They should resume the fast track for business / first class passengers

Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

It was a disaster. The crew was so rude and had no professionalism. She dropped something onto the floor, then took it from the floor and put it into the food tray. Also, when she got some spilling, she went straight to the toilet, got some tissue and started cleaning the food trolley

I cant wait for planes to have shorter rows with more space! otherwise, all fine thankyou

They lost the stroller and car seat which they found after 4 days, and on the way back they damaged the stroller.

Damage lagguage, They lost the stroller and car seat which they found after 4 days, and on the way back they damaged the stroller.

Same situation saudi lost my pram and car seat and damaged lagguage

My gag was left at liayad airport when I landed at jeddah airport 9 am I waited for my bags at jeddah airport till 2.45 pm almost 6 hrs bad very bad

Apart from chaotic boarding - which I totally understand was outside the control of gate staff. It was comfortable mid haul flight. Well done to cabin crew for their patience and hospitality with largely elderly passengers returning from pilgrimage.

The intettainme is old stuff and difficult to get by WiFi and the chair is not comfortable at all although the staff were excellent but beyond their limited

Overall a great experience, no movies were available. Bags were delivered a bit late. Seat controls were not working well. I couldn't make my bed fully flat.

It is almost 7 hours journey ,you should have provided with TV entertainment and mobile charging

If the flight was full I would have been more uncomfortable as the space was small. The seat in front of me was very close, I wear transition lenses and it was too close for a comfortable viewing experience. The foot room was not the best either. The row was empty so I had shoulder width space. The foot space in my opinion could be better, I am just 6ft tall, medium built and found the space mediocre. The AC on the flight could have been cooler. We were delaed on the tarmac and the air con was warm. Even in the air, it could have been cooler. Apart from that excellent service crew, we were delayed on the tarmac and water was offered to us which was of good temperature. The snacks offered were acceptable. Thanks for a safe and smooth journey.

Boarding from T3 is a nightmare for the transfer to the aircraft.

BEST air crew in the industry and service delivery takes it to the next level from great to AMAZING!!!

No TVs are working, in my local busses also not work sometimes. Is the both are same,,

The timing for this flight is really odd.. at 4.45AM If it was 1AM or 8AM it would be great. I guess its probably for European connecting flights with Emirates? Anyway, for a budget airline, the business class product in FlyDubai is quite decent. You even get Champagne, although 4AM is an off time to have it. The Throne seat for me while is great for privacy, sleeping isn't great for the foot extension. This flight is great for me due to its direct nature but if Emirates did it, I would choose that.

The quality is worse and worse , this business ticket pricing is overpriced !!!!

The Plane was very small.. domestic route will perfect not international

If I have a choice I would not use this airline. They moved by booking to Smart Wings, an airline they code share with. Changing terminals in buses and dealing with some of the staff associated with it is not the best experience. Having stated that I must share that the crew of Smart Wings airlines was polite.

Consider serving food to all passengers regardless of food reservation status during booking.

This was a smartwings operated flight. Flydubai is no longer value for money. Their prices are as high as emirates whereas delays, services and overall quality is as low as any other low cost carrier.

The flight from Gilgit to Islamabad was cancelled. I had to arrange alternate transportation to Islamabad that took over 12 hours drive over a dangerous mountain pass with mudslides that were still being cleared as we drove. Could I please be given a refund for this cancelled flight?

Poor also they kelt changing dates of ticket! Not recommended

I am very certain that the food on this flight caused food poisoning.

Overall, it its good , needs to improve the food quality and more variety of food

Flight was good but it started half an hour late

Food was 👍 great , seats are a bit narrow, crew is helpful..

The flight was canceled two times and didn’t tell me on time I was waiting all day long for my flight but at the end it was worst.

Flight was good and on time. Check in long time could have been avoided by having more counters at the airport

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