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$187+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to Islamabad (ISB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — ISB
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Islamabad Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Islamabad

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Islamabad (ISB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$187
(Gulf Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$327 or less

Good one-way deal

$117 or less
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Islamabad
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Islamabad. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/12:25 pmDXB - ISB
1 stop9h 55mSAUDIA
Tue 10/143:00 amISB - DXB
1 stop11h 00mSAUDIA
Deal found 3/24$261
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/259:00 pmDXB - ISB
1 stop16h 30mGulf Air
Mon 7/283:30 pmISB - DXB
1 stop5h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 3/24$272
This Pakistan International Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Pakistan International Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/34:10 amDXB - ISB
Nonstop3h 00mPakistan International Airlines
Sat 5/107:00 pmISB - DXB
1 stop24h 00mPakistan International Airlines
Deal found 3/23$291
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/65:00 pmDXB - ISB
Nonstop3h 20mairblue
Wed 5/142:15 amISB - DXB
Nonstop3h 30mairblue
Deal found 3/23$300
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/113:20 amDXB - ISB
Nonstop3h 10mEmirates
Wed 6/183:05 amISB - DXB
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 3/23$317
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/275:40 amDXB - ISB
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/282:25 amISB - DXB
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$351
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:50 amDXB - ISB
1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 6/49:25 amISB - DXB
1 stop19h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/24$369

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Islamabad that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Islamabad that are best for you.

Fly from

Dubai

Fly to

Islamabad

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Mon 9/1

2:25 pm-1:20 am

1 stop9h 55m

Islamabad Intl

Tue 10/14

3:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$261

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Sun 5/25

9:00 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Islamabad Intl

Mon 7/28

3:30 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$272

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Sat 5/3

4:10 am-8:10 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Islamabad Intl

Sat 5/10

7:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$291

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Tue 5/6

5:00 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 5/14

2:15 am-4:45 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$300

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/11

3:20 am-7:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 6/18

3:05 am-5:25 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$317

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Sun 4/27

5:40 am-9:45 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Islamabad Intl

Sun 6/29

1:15 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$351

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/28

5:50 am-7:40 am

1 stop24h 50m

Islamabad Intl

Wed 6/4

9:25 am-3:25 am

1 stop19h 00m

$369

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Fri 4/18

9:00 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$187

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Mon 4/7

11:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$195

DubaiIslamabad

DXB - ISB

DXBISB

Dubai Intl

Tue 4/8

7:55 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops21h 40m

$196

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Compare providers for flights from Dubai to Islamabad

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dubai to Islamabad in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Islamabad flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Islamabad flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dubai-Islamabad flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Islamabad flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dubai-Islamabad flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Islamabad from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Islamabad

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dubai to Islamabad. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai to Islamabad. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad (average of $911). Flying from Dubai to Islamabad in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,603). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DXB to ISB?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Islamabad. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Dubai to Islamabad by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Islamabad

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Islamabad. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

The most flights from DXB to ISB are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Islamabad by month

Plan your trip to Islamabad by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Islamabad ranges from 0.4 - 9.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Islamabad when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Islamabad by month

Plan your trip to Islamabad by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Islamabad, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 87.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Islamabad

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Islamabad. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Islamabad. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways and SAUDIA from Dubai to Islamabad have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
605 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,745 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Kuwait Airways
7.1
Good
299 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Islamabad. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Islamabad?

    Booking a flight from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Islamabad Intl (ISB) is your only option if you wish to fly from Dubai to Islamabad. On a typical day, there are 4 flights from Dubai Intl to Islamabad Intl, all of which are around 2h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from Dubai Intl to Islamabad.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Islamabad flight route?

    Within the past month, 389 users have taken a look at flights from Dubai Intl to Islamabad Intl.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Islamabad round-trip?

    According to our current data, SAUDIA ($261), Gulf Air ($272), and Pakistan International Airlines ($291) offers the cheapest pricing from Dubai to Islamabad. SAUDIA is 11% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Islamabad one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Gulf Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $187. However, be on the lookout for offers from SAUDIA and Kuwait Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Dubai to Islamabad for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Islamabad?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dubai to Islamabad consider choosing flydubai (94%), Emirates (82%) or Air Canada (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $102. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Islamabad Intl) can be booked for $341 on average our data indicates $256 when flying from Dubai to Islamabad.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Islamabad that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Islamabad flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Islamabad.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Islamabad?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Islamabad by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Islamabad (average of $911). Flying from Dubai to Islamabad in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,603). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Dubai to Islamabad

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to Islamabad. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$204Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Serene AirCheapest$232Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pakistan International AirlinesCheapest$237Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
airblueCheapest$284Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
flydubaiCheapest$290Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$306Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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