Travelling from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Islamabad Airport (ISB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Islamabad is two hours ahead of Manama and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Flights from BAH to ISB start at 09:00 — the earliest with Gulf Air. The last service of the day is at 23:45 with Pakistan International Airlines. Overall, there are eight weekly Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BAH to ISB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can fly nonstop to Islamabad, Pakistan. Take off with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Gulf Air.
With 66.67% of services arriving as scheduled, PIA is the most punctual carrier offering BAH to ISB flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between BAH and ISB:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain Airport (BAH) to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport flight is £87. A round-trip fare is currently £195. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BAH to ISB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Bahrain Airport (BAH)
Of all flights leaving Bahrain Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Bahrain Airport is about 10 kms (6 miles) from central Manama. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BAH:
Arriving at Islamabad Airport (ISB)
Book a hotel near ISB if you're taking a late Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad
From Islamabad Airport, Islamabad is approximately 32 kms (20 miles) away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Islamabad Airport (ISB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Islamabad in March.
The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Bahrain Airport to Islamabad Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from BAH to ISB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Islamabad. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Mavi Mosque(blue mosque), Indo-Islamic Design Monument and Jamia Masjid Shah Jamaat.
Faisalabad is another sought-after destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kms (160 miles) south of Islamabad. No trip is complete without experiencing Faisal Masjid, Cricket Ground and Jinnah Park.