Gwadar (GWD) to Islamabad (ISB) is a 1,355 km journey. There is no nonstop flight on this pair at the moment. The practical options are one-stop itineraries via Karachi or Lahore, which typically take 5h 55m door to door including the connection. SafirAvia issues tickets on all of these airlines on our own IATA accreditation and sends you options in writing. We do not publish fares on this page because they change several times a day; send your dates for today's price.
How to fly Gwadar to Islamabad
| Routing | Typical carriers | Door-to-door (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| via Karachi | PIA / Airblue / AirSial | about 5h 55m |
| via Lahore | PIA / Airblue / AirSial | about 5h 55m |
Estimates assume a 2–3 hour connection; actual times depend on the schedule on your date. Through-ticketed itineraries on one airline check bags to the final destination and protect you if the first flight is late.
Best time to book
Domestic demand peaks around Eid, summer holidays (especially to Skardu, Gilgit and Chitral in June–August) and winter breaks. Northern-area flights are weather-dependent in winter.
Departing from Gwadar
New Gwadar International Airport opened in 2024–25 as a CPEC project and is the largest airport in Pakistan by area; scheduled services are still building up, so check current schedules before planning.
Arriving in Islamabad
Islamabad International Airport (opened 2018) sits about 25 km south-west of the city near Fateh Jang; allow 45–60 minutes from Blue Area or Bahria Enclave. International departures use the single main terminal; check-in for Saudi and Gulf flights typically opens 3 hours before departure.
Distance and times are computed from airport coordinates (OurAirports) and typical cruise speeds; airline and visa data checked 2026-09-18.