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Cheap Flights from London to Islamabad (LON-ISB)
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Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Jan 30
10:25 am - 1:40 amLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
10h 15m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
2:40 am - 9:25 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
11h 45m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
$623Azerbaijan Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Jan 30
10:25 am - 1:40 amLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
10h 15m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
2:40 am - 9:25 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
11h 45m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
$624Azerbaijan Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Dec 20
8:35 am - 9:05 amSTN London Stansted-ISB Islamabad Intl
19h 30m3 stops Václav Havel Prague Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Karachi Quaid-E-Azam Intl
7:35 pm - 10:05 amISB Islamabad Intl-STN London Stansted
19h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Luxembourg
$657Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Dec 4
1:15 pm - 2:20 pmSTN London Stansted-ISB Islamabad Intl
20h 05m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Riyadh King Khaled Intl Manama Bahrain Intl
12:00 am - 10:35 pmISB Islamabad Intl-STN London Stansted
27h 35m3 stops Karachi Quaid-E-Azam Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Sofia
$659Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Dec 3
8:40 am - 6:10 pmLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
28h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
4:35 am - 6:10 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
18h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$675Etihad Airways
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Feb 26
8:40 am - 6:10 pmLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
28h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
4:35 am - 2:30 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
14h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$675Etihad Airways
Thu, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 24
10:55 am - 4:45 amSTN London Stansted-ISB Islamabad Intl
12h 50m1 stop Istanbul
6:15 am - 9:55 amISB Islamabad Intl-STN London Stansted
32h 40m1 stop Istanbul
$688Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 23
5:20 pm - 8:40 amSTN London Stansted-ISB Islamabad Intl
10h 20m1 stop Istanbul
6:15 am - 4:20 pmISB Islamabad Intl-STN London Stansted
15h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$689Turkish Airlines
Sun, Feb 28 - Thu, Apr 22
9:30 am - 2:20 pmLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
23h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
3:30 pm - 3:20 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
27h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$723Gulf Air
Wed, Feb 24 - Mon, Apr 26
9:30 am - 2:20 pmLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
23h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
3:30 pm - 3:20 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
27h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$723Gulf Air
Sun, Nov 1
4:10 pm - 7:45 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
46h 35m3 stops Milas–Bodrum Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Riyadh King Khaled Intl
$358Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7
4:40 pm - 4:20 amLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
30h 40m3 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Istanbul Kuwait City
$359Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24
10:05 pm - 1:40 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
22h 35m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
$397Azerbaijan Airlines
Sat, Nov 14
10:05 pm - 1:40 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
22h 35m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
$398Azerbaijan Airlines
Thu, Feb 25
9:30 am - 2:20 pmLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
23h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$428Gulf Air
Tue, Nov 10
8:55 pm - 6:10 pmLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
16h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$442Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 14
8:40 am - 3:15 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
13h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$442Etihad Airways
Mon, Feb 22
8:35 am - 7:25 amLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
17h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$451British Airways
Sun, Feb 28
9:40 pm - 2:20 pmLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
11h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$461Gulf Air
Fri, Nov 6
8:40 am - 7:25 amLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
17h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$465British Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 11
9:10 am - 1:10 pmSTN London Stansted-ISB Islamabad Intl
24h 00m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Sharjah
8:50 pm - 5:00 pmISB Islamabad Intl-STN London Stansted
25h 10m3 stops Karachi Quaid-E-Azam Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Bergamo Orio Al Serio
$759Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 11
7:30 am - 1:10 pmSTN London Stansted-ISB Islamabad Intl
25h 40m3 stops Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias Athens Eleftherios V. Sharjah
8:50 pm - 5:00 pmISB Islamabad Intl-STN London Stansted
25h 10m3 stops Karachi Quaid-E-Azam Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Bergamo Orio Al Serio
$761Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 17
10:35 am - 2:20 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
22h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
3:10 pm - 6:30 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
20h 20m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$842Gulf Air
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 17
10:35 am - 2:20 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
22h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
3:10 pm - 6:30 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
20h 20m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$843Gulf Air
Sun, Oct 25 - Wed, Nov 18
4:00 pm - 1:40 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
28h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
9:05 am - 9:55 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
17h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$891British Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Wed, Nov 18
4:00 pm - 1:40 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
28h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
9:05 am - 9:55 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
17h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$891British Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 9
8:40 pm - 1:15 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
24h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
9:00 am - 6:20 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
14h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,052Emirates
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Feb 1
3:50 pm - 1:30 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
28h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
9:00 am - 6:20 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
14h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,059Emirates
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 18
3:05 pm - 1:50 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
30h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
9:05 am - 9:55 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
17h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,065Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 18
3:05 pm - 1:50 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
30h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
9:05 am - 9:55 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
17h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,067Qatar Airways
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Dec 8
9:30 am - 10:15 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
12:35 am - 4:30 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
8h 55mnonstop
$741British Airways
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Feb 14
9:30 am - 10:15 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
12:35 am - 4:30 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
8h 55mnonstop
$741British Airways
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 8
9:50 am - 10:35 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
12:35 am - 4:30 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
8h 55mnonstop
$741British Airways
Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Feb 14
9:50 am - 10:35 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
12:35 am - 4:30 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
8h 55mnonstop
$744British Airways
Fri, Feb 12 - Wed, May 26
9:30 am - 10:15 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
12:15 am - 5:10 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
8h 55mnonstop
$745British Airways
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 15
9:50 am - 10:35 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
12:35 am - 4:30 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
8h 55mnonstop
$746British Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 15
9:50 am - 10:35 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
12:35 am - 4:30 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
8h 55mnonstop
$746British Airways
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Dec 15
9:30 am - 10:15 pmLGW London Gatwick-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
12:35 am - 4:30 amISB Islamabad Intl-LGW London Gatwick
8h 55mnonstop
$746British Airways
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Dec 1
4:45 pm - 5:30 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
1:05 pm - 4:55 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
8h 50mnonstop
$917Pakistan International Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 6
7:55 pm - 8:40 amLHR London Heathrow-ISB Islamabad Intl
7h 45mnonstop
12:20 pm - 4:10 pmISB Islamabad Intl-LHR London Heathrow
8h 50mnonstop
$957Pakistan International Airlines
Price, demand and travel trends for London to Islamabad flights
Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.
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How much is a round-trip flight from London to Islamabad?
This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London to Islamabad departing in december.
Round-trip flights from London to Islamabad typically range from $746 to $1,086. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $623, on Azerbaijan Airlines.
What is the cheapest London to Islamabad flight route?
KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyzes pricing trends to identify the best available fares.
London Stansted Airport (STN) to Islamabad (ISB) is the cheapest London to Islamabad route, averaging $818 round-trip. Other London to Islamabad routes average $1,112, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Islamabad?
Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Islamabad. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from London to Islamabad?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from London to Islamabad, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.
•September is the cheapest month to fly from London to Islamabad at $761 round-trip. •July ($1,106) and December ($1,077) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from London to Islamabad the cheapest?
Flights from London to Islamabad are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
Which airline is the cheapest to fly from London to Islamabad?
Azerbaijan Airlines ($623) and Etihad Airways ($675) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from London to Islamabad according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.
Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between London and Islamabad?
Pakistan International Airlines and British Airways offer the most frequent nonstop flights from London to Islamabad, at 5 and 3 flights per week respectively. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.
How often are flights from London to Islamabad delayed?
Over the last 3 months London to Islamabad flights were delayed 30% of the time. Delayed flights averaged 2h 18m behind schedule.
What’s the most punctual time of day to fly from London to Islamabad?
Morning flights have the fewest delays. Evening departures experience delays most often.
Which airline is the most punctual on London to Islamabad flights?
British Airways is the most punctual airline on London to Islamabad flights. 74% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.
What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from London to Islamabad?
KAYAK data for 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months. Only counts itineraries with the same layover on both legs.
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) is the most popular layover for the London to Islamabad route. 30% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DOH.
What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from London to Islamabad?
Flights via Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $737. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which route with a layover is the fastest from London to Islamabad?
Istanbul (IST) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from London to Islamabad at 12h 07m one-way, 4h 22m longer than the 7h 45m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from London to Islamabad which airport offers the shortest layover?
Istanbul (IST) had the shortest average connection time for London to Islamabad layovers at 7h 05m over the past 3 months.
How many nonstop flights run daily between London and Islamabad?
There are 1 to 2 flights per day from London to Islamabad, about 8 flights per week. Tuesday has the most departures, with 25% of weekly flights.
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When to book flights from London to Islamabad
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Your London to Islamabad flight questions, answered
Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.
What are the earliest and latest flights from London to Islamabad?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Islamabad:
• Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 5:15 pm • Latest: departs at 8:00 pm and lands at 3:45 am.
The flight takes about 7h 45m.
What cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Islamabad?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from London to Islamabad:
• Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class
How long is a flight from London to Islamabad?
A nonstop flight from London to Islamabad takes 7h 45m, covering 3,744 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from London to Islamabad?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a London to Islamabad flight?
Round-trip flights from London to Islamabad range from $746 to $1,086, with an average of $875 over the past 12 months. Anything below $746 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute London to Islamabad flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $875 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from London to Islamabad?
On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $737 round-trip via Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), compared to $1,010 for nonstop.
What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from London to Islamabad?
There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $12–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.
Have flight prices from London to Islamabad changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $623 to $3,772. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from London to Islamabad looking right now?
One-way fares from London to Islamabad are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $417, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from London to Islamabad?
Flights from London to Islamabad may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Islamabad Intl (ISB).
What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from London to Islamabad?
Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.
At what point is a flight considered delayed from London to Islamabad?
A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Islamabad route, 30% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 18m.
Which airports do connecting flights from London to Islamabad pass through?
One-stop flights from London to Islamabad most commonly connect through:
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 30% of one-stop connections • Istanbul (IST) - 20% of one-stop connections • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 18% of one-stop connections • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 8% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Islamabad?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from London to Islamabad. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $840 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $941, a difference of $101.
KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What airlines fly from London to Islamabad?
2 airlines operate flights between London and Islamabad. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
• Pakistan International Airlines • British Airways
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from London to Islamabad?
Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 07m, compared with 12h 10m via Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD) and 12h 59m via Kuwait City (KWI).
What is the time difference between London and Islamabad?
Islamabad is 4 hours ahead of London (Pakistan Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on London to Islamabad flights?
Among airlines operating London to Islamabad flights:
• British Airways: offers free seat selection
Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London to Islamabad flights?
Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:
• Pakistan International Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class • British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.
Are there hotels close to Heathrow Airport?
If you are on an early flight from London to Islamabad, there are several hotels you can stay at near Heathrow. The Park Inn by Radisson London Heathrow is less than 500 metres (547 yards) from T1-3 and there is an airport shuttle at an additional charge. The Premier Inn at T4 can be accessed directly from the terminal.
Does Islamabad International Airport offer free WiFi access?
There is free connection to WiFi and the internet in all areas of Islamabad International Airport. Simply register your device and you will be able to surf the internet while waiting for your flight.
What is the best way of getting from Islamabad International Airport into the city?
Taxis are the safest way of getting from the airport into the city which is 45km (27.9 miles) away. The taxi ranks are situated outside the Arrivals hall and, if the taxi is not metred it is important to negotiate a fee before getting into the taxi. Car rental is possible but it’s safer to hire a car with a driver.
Is there a prayer room at Islamabad International Airport?
There are prayer rooms for both males and females in both international and domestic departure areas as well as in the executive lounges at Islamabad International Airport. Travellers can use this as a quiet space to meditate or prayer.
What road rules should I know hiring a car from Islamabad Airport (ISB)?
When you land at ISB Airport, you need to familiarise yourself with the road laws before driving. For example, everyone in the front of the car must wear a seat belt. Whilst it isn’t the law to wear a seat belt in the back of the car, it’s strongly suggested you do so. You can also use your mobile phone in the car but you must make sure that is is completely hands-free.
Are there kids facilities at London Airports (LON)?
If you are travelling with young kids, then you can visit the children’s entertainment at LON Airports before you fly. The Stay and Play areas in all the Heathrow terminals provide slides, exercise books and soft play areas. At Gatwick, there are Kids Zones in both the North and South terminals which provide educational and fun activities.
Your guide to booking London to Islamabad flights
Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $840, about $101 less than Friday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to Islamabad trip for September. Fares historically average $761 round-trip in that month - typically $345 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with British Airways. Over the past three months, 74% of British Airways flights from London to Islamabad arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 70%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 18m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $737 round-trip on this route - about $273 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
The new Islamabad International Airport, which opened in 2018, acts as the hub for the national carrier Pakistan International Airlines. From here you can catch connecting flights to various other locations in Pakistan such as Karachi and Lahore. Many of the main airlines fly in to this airport including Thai Airways, Gulf Air, Air China and Turkish Airlines.
The only airline that operates direct flights from London to Islamabad is Pakistan International Airlines from Heathrow Airport. There are many other airlines that operate on this route with various stopovers. Emirates flies via Dubai from Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted while British Airways flies from Heathrow and Gatwick only and stops over in Doha as does Qatar Airways. Etihad Airways flies via Abu Dhabi and Oman Air via Muscat, both departing from Heathrow.
For First and Business class passengers as well as Gold and Platinum card holders on Emirates who wish to escape the hustle and bustle of Gatwick Airport before flights from London to Islamabad, there is an Emirates airline lounge situated at the North terminal. Here you can relax away from the activity of the terminal and spend some quiet time working, reading or just resting. Facilities offered include food, drinks and a bar service, showers, and free WiFi access.
For travellers who have some last minute shopping to do, T4 at Heathrow has a wide range of shops – both luxury and souvenirs. Glorious Britain and Hamley’s will stock something of the souvenir variety while other stores such as Harrods, Mulberry, and Jo Malone London provide more elegant items or gifts.
For those travelling with children Islamabad International Airport have play areas dedicated to children in the departures area of the terminal building. Here the kids can run and stretch their legs before going on to their next destination.
If you find cheap flights from London to Islamabad, you can visit a lounge ahead of your flight. For example, at Heathrow Airport (LHR) T2 there is the Plaza Premium Lounge for around £40. At Gatwick Airport (LGW), there is The Gateway Lounge which costs about £28, whereas at Stansted Airport (STN), you can use the Escape Lounge which costs approximately £20. The lounges provide you with charging points and dining.
When you land at Islamabad Airport (ISB), it’s easy to travel to other locations within the county by car. For instance, you can go to Bajnial in around 25 minutes, Mangialin in around 30 minutes or Kattarian in approximately 1h 20min.
It’s easy to travel to London Airports (LON) before you fly. You can get to London City Airport (LCY) using the DLR from West Ham in around 10 minutes. You can travel to Heathrow in approximately 15 minutes on the Heathrow Express from Paddington Train Station. Gatwick is about 30 minutes from Victoria train station on the Gatwick Express and the Stansted Express from Liverpool St takes around 45 minutes. The Thameslink from St Pancras International to Luton Airport (LTN) takes around 30 minutes.
Prefer to fly direct from London to Islamabad?
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from London to Islamabad Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from London to Islamabad Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.
Direct departures
London to Islamabad Intl
Monday
Pakistan International Airlines
Pakistan International Airlines
Tuesday
British Airways,Pakistan International Airlines
British Airways,Pakistan International Airlines
Wednesday
Pakistan International Airlines
Pakistan International Airlines
Friday
British Airways,Pakistan International Airlines
British Airways,Pakistan International Airlines
Saturday
Pakistan International Airlines
Pakistan International Airlines
Sunday
British Airways
British Airways
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British Airways
British Airways
Tuesday
Pakistan International Airlines
Pakistan International Airlines
Wednesday
British Airways,Pakistan International Airlines
British Airways,Pakistan International Airlines
Thursday
Pakistan International Airlines
Pakistan International Airlines
Saturday
British Airways,Pakistan International Airlines
British Airways,Pakistan International Airlines
Sunday
Pakistan International Airlines
Pakistan International Airlines
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