Flying from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know
The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is two hours ahead of Dalaman.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your DLM to ISB flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dalaman Airport to Islamabad International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DLM and ISB:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Currently, ج.م. 17,054 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dalaman Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 39,978. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from DLM to ISB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Dalaman Airport to Islamabad International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DLM to ISB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dalaman Airport to Islamabad International Airport.
Handy information about Dalaman Airport (DLM)
Dalaman Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.03% of flights that depart DLM reach their destination without delay.
To reach Dalaman Airport from central Dalaman, it'll take around 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel near DLM? If you've booked an early flight from Dalaman Airport to Islamabad International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Reserve a hotel near ISB if you have a late Dalaman Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. Pick one of these 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 about 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Dalaman Airport to Islamabad International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Islamabad in April.
When reserving your flight from Dalaman Airport to Islamabad International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Islamabad, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 39ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DLM to ISB in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've done Islamabad, now it's time to discover more of Pakistan. Travel around 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to tick off its top sights. From Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks to B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad, Faisalabad is another favourite stop in Pakistan. Start your sightseeing at Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
