Travelling from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Beijing: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 31 minutes.
Beijing is 3 hours ahead of Islamabad, where Islamabad International Airport is located. Beijing operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
With 3 weekly departures between the two airports, Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the busiest route. Hop on PIA's 16:55 flight to get your trip from ISB to PEK underway.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from ISB to Beijing. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can get a direct flight from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing. Begin your journey at ISB and touch down at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Take to the skies with PIA. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from ISB to Beijing that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)
You will need an embassy visa for China if you hold a passport from Pakistan and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of Islamabad, ISB can be reached in about 33 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near ISB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Beijing
R 7,474 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,943. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ISB to Beijing.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PEK if you're taking a late flight from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Once your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour and 3 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
There are some great places to rest your head close to PKX. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from ISB to Beijing at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing. July is the busiest month to travel to Beijing. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from ISB to Beijing in January when temperatures average between -11ºC and 3ºC.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-do's during your Beijing adventure.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Beijing and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one go to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Islamabad International Airport to Beijing.