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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Islamabad:

• Earliest: departs at 09:30 and lands at 17:15
• Latest: departs at 20:00 and lands at 03:45.

The flight takes about 7h 45m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from London to Islamabad:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from London to Islamabad takes 7h 45m, covering 3,744 miles.

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.

Return flights from London to Islamabad range from £547 to £802, with an average of £641 over the past 12 months. Anything below £547 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 14% above the route average of £641. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £566 return via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), compared with £753 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £9–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £470 to £4,375. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from London to Islamabad are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £279, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

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).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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 2 hours 17 minutes.

One-stop flights from London to Islamabad most commonly connect through:

• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 30% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) – 13% of one-stop connections

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the London to Islamabad route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £623 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £689, a difference of £66. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between London and Islamabad. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Pakistan International Airlines
• British Airways

Flying via Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 18m, compared to 12h 25m via Istanbul (IST) and 13h 04m via Kuwait City (KWI).

Islamabad is 4 hours ahead of London (Pakistan Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

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 travellers should check the fare details before booking.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.