Skardu (KDU) to Islamabad (ISB) is a 318 km journey. It is flown nonstop by PIA, Airblue, AirSial, with an estimated block time of about 1h 05m. 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 We do not publish fares on this page because they change several times a day; send your dates for today's price.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 Skardu to Islamabad
Nonstop service is operated by PIA, Airblue, AirSial. Nonstop flights are the sensible default on a sector this short. One-stop alternatives via Lahore often have more seat availability in peak weeks; we quote both side by side.
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 Skardu
Skardu International Airport was upgraded to international status in 2021 and is the only airport in Gilgit-Baltistan able to take Airbus A320-class aircraft. Flights are weather-dependent, especially November–March; keep a spare day in your plan.
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.