Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Belfast: what you need to know
Belfast is 5 hours behind Islamabad, where Islamabad International Airport is located. Belfast operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from ISB to Belfast.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Whether you'd like to explore a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a stop you can make on your flight from ISB to Belfast.
If you hold a passport from Pakistan, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United Kingdom. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
Travelling from central Islamabad to ISB takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 33 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near ISB? If you're boarding an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Belfast
337 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 1.055 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from ISB to Belfast, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from ISB to Belfast every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is around 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours and 2 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
After your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 12 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
The trip will take about 22 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to BHD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from ISB to Belfast:
Best time to go to Belfast
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Belfast, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC. Book your flights from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ISB to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 8ºC.
More about Belfast
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Belfast right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast:
Titanic Belfast and Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Belfast must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Botanic Gardens.
Complete your Belfast trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Belfast and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one go to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Islamabad International Airport to Belfast.
