Cheap flights from Manchester to Islamabad
PIA restarted direct flights from Islamabad to Manchester in October 2025 after a five-year break, giving the North West a non-stop link to Pakistan again.
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Cheapest vs typical fare
Recent return fares from Manchester to Islamabad. The gap is what comparing can save you.
“Typical” is the middle price among recent fares we found for this route. Prices change constantly and are not guaranteed.
Airlines on this route
PIA (Pakistan International Airlines) flies direct from Manchester to Islamabad (several times a week). One-stop options include Qatar Airways (via Doha), Emirates (via Dubai), Etihad (via Abu Dhabi) and Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul). We compare them side by side with hundreds of travel sites, so you can see the cheapest option in one search.
Money-saving tip
Check the baggage allowance as well as the price – it varies a lot between airlines on this route, and extra bags can cost more than the fare difference.
Cheapest days to fly from Manchester to Islamabad
Day-by-day one-way prices from Manchester. Green days are cheapest. Tap a day to search that date.
Getting to Manchester Airport
Manchester Airport has its own railway station, around 15–20 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly, and is also on the Metrolink tram network.
Best time to visit Islamabad
Spring (March–April) and autumn (October–November) are pleasant. Summer is hot, and winter nights can be cold in the north.
Before you travel, check the latest entry requirements and advice for Pakistan on GOV.UK foreign travel advice.
Manchester to Islamabad flights: your questions
How long is the flight from Manchester to Islamabad?
Direct flights from Manchester to Islamabad take around 8–9 hours. Journeys with a stop take longer, depending on the connection.
Are there direct flights from Manchester to Islamabad?
Yes. PIA (Pakistan International Airlines) flies direct from Manchester to Islamabad (several times a week). One-stop options include Qatar Airways (via Doha), Emirates (via Dubai), Etihad (via Abu Dhabi) and Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul).
Which airport do flights leave from?
Flights leave from Manchester Airport (MAN). Manchester Airport has its own railway station, around 15–20 minutes from Manchester Piccadilly, and is also on the Metrolink tram network. In Islamabad, you arrive at Islamabad International (ISB).
When is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Islamabad?
It changes from year to year. The price calendar on this page shows the lowest recent one-way fare from Manchester for each day, so you can spot the cheapest dates to go.
What is the time difference between the UK and Islamabad?
Islamabad is 4–5 hours ahead of the UK.
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