How long does it take to fly to Islamabad?

Flight times from California to Islamabad vary, but if you’re flying out of San Francisco and flying into Islamabad (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 10m on average. Another popular route from California to Islamabad is flying from Los Angeles to Islamabad, which will take roughly 21h 15m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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

What airlines fly to Islamabad?

Turkish Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways 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 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Islamabad. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 June 2026, there are 6 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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5:05 pm - 1:15 am

SFO

ISB

20h 10m

1 stop

9:25 am - 2:00 pm

ISB

SFO

40h 35m

1 stop

$1,023Emirates

Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 10

7:15 am - 1:10 am

SFO

ISB

29h 55m

2 stops

2:55 am - 12:43 am

ISB

SFO

33h 48m

2 stops

$1,026Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 10

5:05 pm - 7:30 am

SFO

ISB

26h 25m

1 stop

3:05 am - 2:00 pm

ISB

SFO

22h 55m

1 stop

$1,027Emirates

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 16

3:55 pm - 7:40 am

SFO

ISB

27h 45m

1 stop

3:10 am - 12:40 pm

ISB

SFO

22h 30m

1 stop

$1,031Qatar Airways

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Nov 11

3:55 pm - 1:50 am

SFO

ISB

21h 55m

1 stop

8:55 am - 12:40 pm

ISB

SFO

40h 45m

1 stop

$1,033Qatar Airways

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Nov 11

7:15 am - 1:10 am

SFO

ISB

29h 55m

2 stops

9:50 am - 11:09 pm

ISB

SFO

49h 19m

2 stops

$1,036SAUDIA

Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 23

7:15 am - 1:10 am

SFO

ISB

29h 55m

2 stops

5:50 pm - 8:21 pm

ISB

SFO

38h 31m

2 stops

$1,040SAUDIA

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 25

11:35 pm - 6:25 pm

LAS

ISB

30h 50m

2 stops

7:45 pm - 9:10 pm

ISB

LAS

37h 25m

2 stops

$1,119Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

10:40 am - 6:25 pm

SAN

ISB

43h 45m

2 stops

4:50 am - 7:25 pm

ISB

SAN

26h 35m

2 stops

$1,128Etihad Airways

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6

1:55 pm - 7:40 am

SAN

ISB

29h 45m

2 stops

3:10 am - 10:22 pm

ISB

SAN

32h 12m

2 stops

$1,157American Airlines

Tue, Jul 21 - Mon, Nov 9

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Emirates flights from California to Islamabad

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Emirates

Aug 27

SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco

20h 10m

1 stop

ISB1:15 amIslamabad Intl

Sep 10

ISB9:25 amIslamabad Intl

40h 35m

1 stop

SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

$1,023

Emirates

Aug 20

SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco

26h 25m

1 stop

ISB7:30 amIslamabad Intl

Sep 16

ISB3:05 amIslamabad Intl

22h 55m

1 stop

SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

$1,027

Emirates

Sep 27

LAX4:40 pmLos Angeles

20h 35m

1 stop

ISB1:15 amIslamabad Intl

Oct 23

ISB9:25 amIslamabad Intl

40h 50m

1 stop

LAX2:15 pmLos Angeles

$1,031

Turkish Airlines flights from California to Islamabad

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on California to Islamabad flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Sep 9

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

25h 00m

1 stop

ISB7:45 amIslamabad Intl

Sep 23

ISB9:15 amIslamabad Intl

37h 35m

1 stop

SFO10:50 amSan Francisco

$1,055

Turkish Airlines

Aug 19

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

25h 00m

1 stop

ISB7:45 amIslamabad Intl

Sep 2

ISB9:15 amIslamabad Intl

37h 35m

1 stop

SFO10:50 amSan Francisco

$1,056

Turkish Airlines

Sep 9

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

25h 00m

1 stop

ISB7:45 amIslamabad Intl

Sep 23

ISB9:15 amIslamabad Intl

37h 35m

1 stop

SFO10:50 amSan Francisco

$1,057

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SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

5:05 pm-1:15 am

1 stop20h 10m

Islamabad Intl

Thu 9/10

9:25 am-2:00 pm

1 stop40h 35m

$1,023

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Sat 9/26

7:15 am-1:10 am

2 stops29h 55m

Islamabad Intl

Sat 10/10

2:55 am-12:43 am

2 stops33h 48m

$1,026

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San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Thu 8/20

5:05 pm-7:30 am

1 stop26h 25m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 9/16

3:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,027

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

3:55 pm-7:40 am

1 stop27h 45m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 11/11

3:10 am-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$1,031

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

3:55 pm-1:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 11/11

8:55 am-12:40 pm

1 stop40h 45m

$1,033

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Sat 9/26

7:15 am-1:10 am

2 stops29h 55m

Islamabad Intl

Fri 10/23

9:50 am-11:09 pm

2 stops49h 19m

$1,036

San FranciscoIslamabad

SFO - ISB

SFOISB

San Francisco

Sat 9/26

7:15 am-1:10 am

2 stops29h 55m

Islamabad Intl

Sun 10/25

5:50 pm-8:21 pm

2 stops38h 31m

$1,040

Las VegasIslamabad

LAS - ISB

LASISB

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/24

11:35 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Islamabad Intl

Mon 9/28

7:45 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$1,119

San DiegoIslamabad

SAN - ISB

SANISB

San Diego

Fri 10/2

10:40 am-6:25 pm

2 stops43h 45m

Islamabad Intl

Tue 10/6

4:50 am-7:25 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,128

San DiegoIslamabad

SAN - ISB

SANISB

San Diego

Tue 7/21

1:55 pm-7:40 am

2 stops29h 45m

Islamabad Intl

Mon 11/9

3:10 am-10:22 pm

2 stops32h 12m

$1,157

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Islamabad?

In general, April 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 $600. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Islamabad from California during October instead. Flights to Islamabad in October, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $607.

How far in advance should I book a flight from California 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 $1,170 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 $883 on momondo.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Islamabad

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 June 2026, there are 6 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.

Best airlines flying from California to Islamabad

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $817	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,417 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $836	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,597 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $876	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom $932	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 689 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $957	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,463 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Pakistan International Airlines	PriceFrom $1,235	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 52 reviews	Search Pakistan International Airlines flights

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