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When is the best time of day to fly?

Morning (5am - 12pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Islamabad. At $1,313 it is 38% cheaper than the average time. Late night (9pm - 12am) is the most expensive time, 85% above average.

$1,313Morning$1,343Midday$2,643Afternoon$1,348Evening$3,896Late Night
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When is the best time of day to fly?
Time of dayAverage fare
Morning$1,313
Midday$1,343
Afternoon$2,643
Evening$1,348
Late Night$3,896

What do round-trip flights from Chicago to Islamabad cost?

Share of fares in each price range.

49%$800to $1,20039%$1,200to $1,6004%$1,600to $2,0003%$2,000to $2,4002%$2,400to $2,8003%$2,800and up
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What do round-trip flights from Chicago to Islamabad cost?
Price rangeShare of fares
$800 to $1,20049%
$1,200 to $1,60039%
$1,600 to $2,0004%
$2,000 to $2,4003%
$2,400 to $2,8002%
$2,800 and up3%

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about flying from Chicago to Islamabad.

What is the typical flight duration from Chicago to Islamabad?

Chicago to Islamabad is about 7,090 miles. There is no scheduled nonstop service on this route, so the trip requires a connection.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.

Are there any direct flights from Chicago to Islamabad?

There are no non-stop flights from Chicago to Islamabad. The shortest connecting routing is on Emirates via Dubai, at 18 hours 40 minutes total — a 13-hour 40-minute first leg, a 1-hour 50-minute layover, and a 3-hour 10-minute second leg. Qatar Airways via Doha, Etihad via Abu Dhabi, and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul also offer one-stop connections.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the ground transportation options in Islamabad?

Islamabad International Airport offers several ground transportation options, with taxis being the most common and recommended choice. Yellow cab taxis are widely available and reasonably priced, though they are typically non-air-conditioned and require fare negotiation; for a more comfortable ride, air-conditioned radio cabs like Metro Radio Cab operate 24 hours from the arrivals concourse. Many hotels in Islamabad and Rawalpindi also provide complimentary or reasonably priced pick-up and drop-off services, and car rental desks are available at airport hotels. The Rawalpindi–Islamabad Metrobus Orange Line connects the airport to the city center, offering a low-cost mass transit option using e-ticketing. Taxis are the most used and fastest way to reach central Islamabad, which lies about 35 km (22 miles) away.
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Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Chicago to Islamabad?

There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Chicago to Islamabad, but an overnight one-stop option exists on Qatar Airways. The overnight leg departs Chicago at 19:20 and arrives in Doha at 16:50, then connects onward to Islamabad with about a 3h30m layover.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.

Which airlines usually operate this route from Chicago to Islamabad?

No airline flies nonstop from Chicago to Islamabad, so travelers connect through major hubs. The fastest one-stop routings are on Emirates via Dubai, Qatar Airways via Doha, Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi, and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul. Emirates operates the quickest connection at about 18 hours 40 minutes total, while Turkish Airlines offers the shortest first leg at 10 hours 40 minutes to Istanbul. Qatar Airways is the only oneworld alliance carrier among these; Turkish Airlines is in Star Alliance, while Emirates and Etihad are not alliance members.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

Which airport should I use in Islamabad?

Islamabad has one airport, Islamabad International Airport, located about 30 minutes from the city centre and serving all international and domestic flights.

How do I get to Chicago O'Hare International Airport from the city center?

From downtown Chicago, the CTA Blue Line 'L' train is the most affordable and popular way to reach O'Hare, running 24/7 and taking about 45 minutes for a flat fare. Taxis and ride-share services like Uber and Lyft are faster door-to-door, typically 30–40 minutes, but cost several times more than the train. Metra's North Central Service offers a weekday commuter rail option via the O'Hare Transfer Station, and Pace suburban buses serve the airport as well. Driving yourself means using the Kennedy Expressway and paying for on-airport parking, which is the most expensive and traffic-dependent choice.
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Islamabad airport?

Islamabad International Airport has no hotels on site, so you will need to book a hotel in the city, which is a 20+ minute drive away. Nearby options include the Pearl Continental Rawalpindi, about 15 minutes by car with an airport shuttle, and the Islamabad Marriott Hotel, which offers a complimentary airport shuttle. Sleeping at the airport itself is limited, with no dedicated rest zones or cots, though the 24-hour CIP lounges are available airside.
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What facilities and services are available to travelers at Islamabad International Airport?

Islamabad International Airport offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal, with travelers who have a Pakistani mobile number able to register by SMS and others able to request login credentials at an information desk. Free mobile charging booths are available throughout the terminal, with charging points in the departure halls, and banks, ATMs, and currency exchange counters from Royal Currency Exchange, National Bank of Pakistan, and State Bank of Pakistan are on hand. Duty-free shopping is available in international departures, and a business centre and an airside mall are part of the terminal. Muslim prayer rooms with dedicated ablution areas are located in every lounge, and two larger mosques near the CAA car park host Friday, Ramadan, and Eid prayers. Drinking water stations are available, and luggage wrapping services are offered at approximately PKR 200 per piece. Public showers, luggage storage, and lockers are not available at the airport.
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Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Chicago and Islamabad airports?

Chicago O'Hare International Airport provides wheelchair assistance through each airline, with requests arranged directly with the carrier before travel, plus TSA Cares screening support, accessible restrooms, Companion Plus Restrooms, and service animal relief areas. Islamabad International Airport offers prioritized fast-track formalities, dedicated wheelchair ramps, and specified parking for seniors and disabled citizens, with wheelchair services arranged in advance through the airline at its dedicated counters. Travelers should contact their airline to arrange mobility assistance before the flight.
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What aircraft are typically used on flights from Chicago to Islamabad?

There is no nonstop service from Chicago to Islamabad. The most common connecting option, operated by Qatar Airways via Doha, uses the Airbus A350-1000 on both legs, with some flights on the Airbus A350 family. Etihad Airways connects via Abu Dhabi using a Boeing 787-9 on the long leg and Airbus A321 or A320 short-haul aircraft, while Turkish Airlines flies via Istanbul with Boeing 777-300ER or 777-200 long-haul equipment and Airbus A330-300 on the shorter leg, and Emirates connects via Dubai with Boeing 777-300ER throughout.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.

Which airline alliances serve flights from Chicago to Islamabad?

There is no nonstop service from Chicago to Islamabad, and the airlines currently scheduled on this route via one-stop connections are Emirates via Dubai, Qatar Airways via Doha, Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi, and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul. Of these, Qatar Airways belongs to oneworld and Turkish Airlines belongs to Star Alliance, while Emirates and Etihad Airways are major carriers that belong to no alliance. Other alliances may serve the route through connections, but these are the carriers currently flying it.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Chicago?

Chicago O'Hare International Airport offers a wide range of lounges for departing passengers, including United Clubs in Terminals 1 and 2, American Airlines Admirals Clubs in Terminal 3, the United Polaris Lounge for international first and business class travelers, and a Delta Sky Club in Terminal 5. Terminal 5 also houses the Air France Lounge, LOT Polish Business Class Lounge, Swissport Lounge, and SAS Lounge, with access often tied to airline status, premium cabin tickets, or memberships like Priority Pass. The United Polaris Lounge stands out with a full-service restaurant, private relaxation areas, and shower suites, while the LOT Business Lounge offers floor-to-ceiling views, 165 seats, showers, and workspaces. American Airlines' Flagship Lounge provides dedicated service desks and airport views for eligible premium travelers, and the Swissport Lounge serves Priority Pass customers along with passengers of several international airlines.
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Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?

Same‑day changes and standby depend on the operating airline and fare class; flexible, business, and first tickets offer the most reliable options, while deeply discounted economy fares usually do not.