Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is 12 hours behind Islamabad, where Islamabad International Airport is located. Seattle operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from ISB to Seattle, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ISB to Seattle. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you hold a passport from Pakistan, you will need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Seattle for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and certainly before you fly.
ISB is around 31 kilometres from central Islamabad. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 33 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Seattle? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ISB:
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Seattle
$1,397 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Seattle. A return flight starts from $2,326. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from ISB to Seattle, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Islamabad International Airport to Seattle is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to show the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 18 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 54 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SEA if you're taking a late flight from Islamabad International Airport to Seattle. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
As soon as your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Seattle has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 11 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 23 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from ISB to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Seattle. July is the busiest month to travel to Seattle. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Seattle for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from ISB to Seattle sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Seattle, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are must-do's during your Seattle adventure.
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