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Flights from Islamabad to Colombo

There are no direct flights from Islamabad to Colombo. 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
ISBCMBMCT

Islamabad to Colombo at a glance

Fastest journey7h 52mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Muscat or Karachi

Best ways to fly from Islamabad to Colombo

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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ISB Muscat (MCT) CMB
Leg 1: AirSial, Pakistan International Airlines, SalamAir · Leg 2: SalamAir
One airline, one ticket ~8h 26m
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ISB Karachi (KHI) CMB
Leg 1: airblue, AirSial, Pakistan International Airlines · Leg 2: SriLankan 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
+0.5hColombo vs Islamabad
Currency in Colombo
USD
Airports
ISB → CMB

Flights from Islamabad to Colombo: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Islamabad to Colombo?
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 Islamabad to Colombo?
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 Islamabad and Colombo?
The best connecting points are Muscat (MCT) and Karachi (KHI). AirSial flies both legs via Muscat, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Islamabad and Colombo?
Islamabad: Islamabad International Airport (ISB). Colombo: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB).
What is the time difference between Islamabad and Colombo?
Colombo is 0.5 hours ahead of Islamabad.

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