Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Islamabad two hours ahead of Kuwait.
Flights from KWI to ISB start from 20:50 — the first with Kuwait Airways. The last departure is at 23:25 with Jazeera Airways. In total, you can take your pick of nine weekly Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your KWI to ISB flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jazeera Airways offers direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Islamabad — and maybe even more of Pakistan if your schedule allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Jazeera Airways.
Kuwait Airways stands out as the most punctual carrier for KWI to ISB flights, with 88.0% of services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between KWI and ISB:
Bahrain International Airport
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight is $84. A return fare is currently $282. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book ten months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KWI to ISB.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KWI to ISB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that take off from KWI arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Kuwait to Kuwait International Airport is approximately 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel near KWI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Reserve a hotel near ISB if you have a late Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport to central Islamabad has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometers away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Islamabad in April.
Lock in your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Islamabad International Airport for June if you want to explore Islamabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KWI to ISB in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Islamabad has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometers south-east of Islamabad, a trip to Lahore will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks, B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Pakistan, consider Faisalabad, roughly 257 kilometers south of Islamabad. Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block are highlights.