How long does it take to fly to Islamabad?

Flight times from California to Islamabad vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Islamabad (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 20h 35m on average. Another popular route from California to Islamabad is flying from San Francisco to Islamabad, which will take roughly 20h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Islamabad Intl?

Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Islamabad Intl

What airlines fly to Islamabad?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Islamabad from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Islamabad. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Islamabad on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Islamabad Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Islamabad Intl Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Islamabad Intl Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Islamabad Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Islamabad Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Islamabad Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Islamabad Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Islamabad Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Islamabad Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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3:40 pm - 7:15 am

SFO

ISB

26h 35m1 stop

9:00 am - 12:50 pm

ISB

SFO

40h 50m1 stop

$944Emirates

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 9

4:45 pm - 7:15 am

SFO

ISB

26h 30m1 stop

9:20 am - 2:00 pm

ISB

SFO

40h 40m1 stop

$945Emirates

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Jul 1

2:10 pm - 8:50 am

SFO

ISB

30h 40m1 stop

8:55 am - 10:45 am

ISB

SFO

37h 50m1 stop

$958Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 15

6:50 pm - 8:50 am

SFO

ISB

25h 00m1 stop

6:15 am - 4:45 pm

ISB

SFO

23h 30m1 stop

$959Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 4

3:00 pm - 1:40 am

SFO

ISB

21h 40m1 stop

3:30 am - 1:35 pm

ISB

SFO

22h 05m1 stop

$964Qatar Airways

Sun, Mar 1 - Mon, May 4

3:00 pm - 7:25 am

SFO

ISB

27h 25m1 stop

3:30 am - 1:35 pm

ISB

SFO

22h 05m1 stop

$970Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, May 3

10:25 am - 6:10 pm

LAX

ISB

42h 45m2 stops

4:30 am - 11:57 pm

ISB

LAX

55h 27m2 stops

$1,061Etihad Airways

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Mar 10

11:50 pm - 6:15 pm

LAX

ISB

29h 25m2 stops

7:35 pm - 12:57 am

ISB

LAX

41h 22m2 stops

$1,064Etihad Airways

Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Apr 29

11:00 am - 1:40 am

SJC

ISB

25h 40m2 stops

8:55 am - 8:04 pm

ISB

SJC

48h 09m2 stops

$1,210Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 8

8:10 am - 4:45 am

SMF

ISB

32h 35m2 stops

8:55 am - 11:44 pm

ISB

SMF

26h 49m2 stops

$1,268Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Fri, Jun 26

Emirates flights from California to Islamabad

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Emirates

Jan 19

SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco

26h 35m

1 stop

ISB7:15 amIslamabad Intl

Feb 9

ISB9:00 amIslamabad Intl

40h 50m

1 stop

SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

$944

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Emirates

Mar 11

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

26h 30m

1 stop

ISB7:15 amIslamabad Intl

Jul 1

ISB9:20 amIslamabad Intl

40h 40m

1 stop

SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

$945

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Emirates

Mar 15

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

20h 45m

1 stop

ISB1:30 amIslamabad Intl

Jul 1

ISB3:05 amIslamabad Intl

22h 55m

1 stop

SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

$946

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Turkish Airlines flights from California to Islamabad

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 24

SFO2:10 pmSan Francisco

30h 40m

1 stop

ISB8:50 amIslamabad Intl

Apr 15

ISB8:55 amIslamabad Intl

37h 50m

1 stop

SFO10:45 amSan Francisco

$958

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 21

SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco

25h 00m

1 stop

ISB8:50 amIslamabad Intl

Feb 4

ISB6:15 amIslamabad Intl

23h 30m

1 stop

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

$959

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 18

SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco

20h 55m

1 stop

ISB4:45 amIslamabad Intl

Feb 12

ISB10:20 amIslamabad Intl

43h 25m

1 stop

SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

$977

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SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

3:40 pm-7:15 am

1 stop26h 35m

Islamabad Intl

Mon 2/9

9:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop40h 50m

$944

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

4:45 pm-7:15 am

1 stop26h 30m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 7/1

9:20 am-2:00 pm

1 stop40h 40m

$945

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Tue 3/24

2:10 pm-8:50 am

1 stop30h 40m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 4/15

8:55 am-10:45 am

1 stop37h 50m

$958

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

6:50 pm-8:50 am

1 stop25h 00m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 2/4

6:15 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$959

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

3:00 pm-1:40 am

1 stop21h 40m

Islamabad Intl

Mon 5/4

3:30 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$964

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

3:00 pm-7:25 am

1 stop27h 25m

Islamabad Intl

Sun 5/3

3:30 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$970

Los AngelesIslamabad

LAX - ISB

LAXISB

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

10:25 am-6:10 pm

2 stops42h 45m

Islamabad Intl

Tue 3/10

4:30 am-11:57 pm

2 stops55h 27m

$1,061

Los AngelesIslamabad

LAX - ISB

LAXISB

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

11:50 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 4/29

7:35 pm-12:57 am

2 stops41h 22m

$1,064

San JoseIslamabad

SJC - ISB

SJCISB

San Jose

Sat 1/31

11:00 am-1:40 am

2 stops25h 40m

Islamabad Intl

Sun 2/8

8:55 am-8:04 pm

2 stops48h 09m

$1,210

SacramentoIslamabad

SMF - ISB

SMFISB

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/18

8:10 am-4:45 am

2 stops32h 35m

Islamabad Intl

Fri 6/26

8:55 am-11:44 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$1,268

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Islamabad?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from California to Islamabad. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $979. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Islamabad from California during January instead. Flights to Islamabad in January, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $1,020.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Islamabad?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Islamabad is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,026. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to Islamabad for around $1,389.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Islamabad?

Flying to Islamabad from California in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,164 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to Islamabad are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,539. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Islamabad from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Islamabad for around $1,136 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Islamabad from California for as low as $922 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Islamabad flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 45m
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The fastest flight from California to Islamabad takes 20h 45m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Islamabad Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Islamabad Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Islamabad Intl Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Islamabad Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Islamabad Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Islamabad Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Islamabad Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Islamabad Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Islamabad Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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SAUDIA	PriceFrom $734	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 647 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $816	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,103 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $889	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,686 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $903	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,440 reviews	Search Emirates flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 122 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,095	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,333 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Pakistan International Airlines	PriceFrom $1,098	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 50 reviews	Search Pakistan International Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,203	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,536 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,489	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,586 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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