Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 42m.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of one-stop itineraries from Dubai to Islamabad on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

Jeddah (JED) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 410.

What’s the fastest layover option from Dubai to Islamabad?

Flights via Muscat (MCT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 53m.

How popular is this Dubai to Islamabad flight route?

The Dubai Intl to Islamabad Intl flight path was viewed by 141 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Islamabad round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Islamabad round-trip from C$ 349. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are airblue, from C$ 391, and Emirates, from C$ 428. These flights start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Islamabad?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Islamabad flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Islamabad

The most flights from DXB to ISB are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Islamabad ranges from 10.0 - 250.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 250.0 mm. November is typically the driest time to visit Islamabad when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Islamabad, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 31.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Islamabad?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Islamabad are Air Canada (86%), Emirates (83%) and flydubai (57%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Dubai to Islamabad?

When booking a flight from Dubai to Islamabad, you may want to consider flying on Emirates, airblue or Pakistan International Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Dubai to Islamabad?

Users have found that leaving on a Saturday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 32% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

Find a great deal and save up to 2% by booking at least 8 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Dubai to Islamabad within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at C$ 428.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Islamabad?

Flights from Dubai to Islamabad lean towards being more expensive in March. Prices are generally better when you fly from Dubai to Islamabad in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at C$ 313.

Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Islamabad that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Islamabad flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Islamabad.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Islamabad by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Islamabad Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Good one-way deal	C$ 151 or less

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai to Islamabad. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad (average of C$ 1,218). Flying from Dubai to Islamabad in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,601). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DXB to ISB?

It’s optimal to fly from Dubai to Islamabad in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Islamabad

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates and Pakistan International Airlines from Dubai to Islamabad have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,334 reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,334 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,334 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Pakistan International Airlines

6.2

Okay

49 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,334 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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How popular is this Dubai to Islamabad flight route?
The Dubai Intl to Islamabad Intl flight path was viewed by 141 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Islamabad round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Islamabad round-trip from C$ 349. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are airblue, from C$ 391, and Emirates, from C$ 428. These flights start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Islamabad?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Islamabad are Air Canada (86%), Emirates (83%) and flydubai (57%).
Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Islamabad that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Islamabad flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Islamabad?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Islamabad.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Islamabad?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Islamabad by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad (average of C$ 1,218). Flying from Dubai to Islamabad in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,601). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Dubai to Islamabad

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Pakistan International Airlines	CheapestC$ 349	AverageC$ 404	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time50%	Search Pakistan International Airlines flights
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Reviews of airlines servicing Islamabad

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