Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Islamabad is two hours ahead of Doha and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
Take your pick of 24 weekly Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flights. The 01:45 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest you can take. Qatar Airways operates the last service of the day at 20:20.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your DOH to ISB flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Pakistan International Airlines has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Islamabad — and maybe even more of Pakistan if you have time.
Pakistan International Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Qatar Airways is a leader in on-time performance for DOH to ISB flights, with 85.25% of services landing as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between DOH and ISB include:
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Currently, Rs29,856 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs67,668. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DOH to ISB.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DOH to ISB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83.59% of flights that depart DOH land on time.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near DOH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Consider booking a hotel close to ISB if you're taking a late Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to the centre of Islamabad has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Islamabad. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Hamad International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 39ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DOH to ISB in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
Faisalabad is another favourite destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad. No journey is complete without experiencing Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
