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Flights from Colombo to Islamabad

There are no direct flights from Colombo to Islamabad. The easiest way is one stop via Muscat or Karachi, about 8h 26m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 7h 52m
CMBISBMCT

Colombo to Islamabad at a glance

Fastest journey7h 52mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Muscat or Karachi

Best ways to fly from Colombo to Islamabad

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

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CMB Muscat (MCT) ISB
Leg 1: SalamAir · Leg 2: AirSial, Pakistan International Airlines, SalamAir
One airline, one ticket ~8h 26m
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CMB Karachi (KHI) ISB
Leg 1: SriLankan Airlines · Leg 2: airblue, AirSial, Pakistan International Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~7h 52m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
3,056 km1,898 miles
Journey time
7h 52mestimate
Time difference
-0.5hIslamabad vs Colombo
Currency in Islamabad
PKR
Airports
CMB → ISB

Flights from Colombo to Islamabad: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Colombo to Islamabad?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Muscat and Karachi. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Colombo to Islamabad?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 7h 52m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 3,056 km.
Where do you change planes between Colombo and Islamabad?
The best connecting points are Muscat (MCT) and Karachi (KHI). SalamAir flies both legs via Muscat, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Colombo and Islamabad?
Colombo: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB). Islamabad: Islamabad International Airport (ISB).
What is the time difference between Colombo and Islamabad?
Islamabad is 0.5 hours behind Colombo.

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