Travelling from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Glasgow: what you need to know
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0. The city is five hours behind Islamabad, where Islamabad International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your ISB to Glasgow flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from ISB to Glasgow with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
ISB is around 24 kilometres from central Islamabad. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to ISB? If you've booked an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Glasgow, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Islamabad International Airport's on-time performance, 71.38% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Glasgow
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Glasgow flight is ج.م. 12,683. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 34,726. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ISB to Glasgow, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for an Islamabad International Airport to Glasgow ticket.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ISB to Glasgow by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Glasgow by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near GLA if you have a late flight from Islamabad International Airport to Glasgow. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and see more of Glasgow and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from ISB to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. Following your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Glasgow, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 55 minutes or so.
After stepping off your ISB to Glasgow flight, unwind at a hotel near PIK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make collecting a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at PIK can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Before booking your flights from Islamabad International Airport to Glasgow, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Glasgow offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
When booking your Islamabad International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ISB to Glasgow around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Glasgow right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Glasgow:
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Glasgow Cathedral are a couple of big attractions to add to your Glasgow itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Cardiff is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. No journey is complete without seeing Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.
