Flights from Sharjah to Islamabad

Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Sharjah to Islamabad

Favourite airline: Qatar Airways
100 % of travellers choose to book flights on this route with Qatar Airways and PIA.
Qatar Airways
74 %
PIA
26 %
Tip: book 7 weeks before departure
Tip: book flights on this route 7 weeks before departure and save up to 32 %.
48 days before departure
Direct flights are the cheapest connection
Flights with a stopover are on average £231.00 more expensive than direct flights.
non stop flight
1 stop
2 stops
02h 55min
27h 35min
21h 05min
£245
£476
£578
Favourite connection: via Doha
The most popular flights on this route are via Doha and are booked by 73 % of all travellers.
Route
bookings
1 stopover Doha
27h 35min, from £476
73 %
Direct flights
02h 55min, from £245
23 %
2 stopovers Doha Karachi Jinnah
21h 05min, from £578
5 %

Useful information about the flight from Sharjah to Islamabad

Cosmopolitan capital in South Asia

Islamabad is a cosmopolitan city and the unique blend of cultures with a variety of historical and religious landmarks make it a fascinating destination. The capital of Pakistan is also a major business and financial hub within the region.

Climate, festivals and events

There are five seasons in Islamabad and the mildest weather is between November and April, which includes winter and spring. Summer starts in May, followed by the monsoon season in July and Autumn in September. Some of the most important events are Muslim holidays such as Eid el-Fitr and Aid el-Adha, whose dates vary according to the Islamic calendar, based on the moon.

Useful travel information

A visa is required for British citizens and passports must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of applying for the visa. As for vaccinations, travellers should visit their GP 8 weeks before the trip. Hepatitis A and B, typhoid, and polio vaccines are recommended. While the cost of living is much lower than in London, Islamabad remains more expensive than other cities in Pakistan. Prices start at around PKR 200 for a basic meal and about PKR 500 for a business lunch. If Islamabad is suburban and subdued, its twin city Rawalpindi is much busier.

Arrival, transportation and lodging

From the airport visitors can take shared Suzuki cars to central Islamabad. Taxis cost about PKR 400 but they may be cheaper outside of the airport. When leaving, travellers should be 2 hours early at the airport, as it gets really busy. Budget accommodation is available with guesthouses and cheap hotels starting around PKR 1,000, and more luxurious options at about PKR 2,200 per night. Minibuses are a fast and cheap option for public transport, while monthly travelcards cost about PKR 3,500.

Flight information: Sharjah - Islamabad

Outbound and return from £244.84
Distance 1934 km
Departure airport Sharjah (SHJ)
Departure country United Arab Emirates
Arrival airport Islamabad International (ISB)
Destination country Pakistan
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