Travelling from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo three hours behind Islamabad.
Your ISB to CAI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Cairo International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ISB and CAI:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is RM946. A round-trip fare is currently RM1,790. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ISB to CAI if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Islamabad International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Landing cheap flights from ISB to CAI is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Islamabad International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
71.38% of flights that depart Islamabad International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Islamabad International Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Islamabad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near ISB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Cairo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider booking a hotel close to CAI if you have a late Islamabad International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and venture far and wide through Cairo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Cairo. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Islamabad International Airport to Cairo International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Cairo in April.
When booking your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ISB to CAI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Egypt, head for Port Said, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden are among its highlights.