Attock to Abu Dhabi (ISB–AUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ISB–AUH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways and Pakistan International Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,263 miles in approximately 3h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways Also: ET, MS | 14 | 321 | 3h20 | – | – | ET, MS |
| PK Pakistan International Airlines | 7 | 320 | 3h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Abu Dhabi from Attock
| Metric | ISB→AUH | PEW→AUH | SKT→AUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ISB | – | 81 mi | 113 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 14 | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 3h 10m | 3h 25m |
Travel Essentials
ISB: PKT · AUH: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Attock, it's 5:00 PM in Abu Dhabi.
Careem and Uber serve the airport at AED 45–70 to downtown Abu Dhabi (25–40 min). Official taxis at the curb: AED 50–80. Bus E101 to Central Bus Station costs AED 4 and takes 45 minutes but runs infrequently; verify schedule before relying on it.For Dubai: shared taxis from the airport cost AED 75–100/seat; private taxis AED 200–350 (90–120 min). Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The new terminal (Terminal A opened 2023) handles most Etihad flights; confirm which terminal for ground transport.
Hyper-arid desert climate on the Arabian Gulf coast. Summers (June–September) are extreme at 38–47°C with very high humidity. Outdoor exposure is extreme in July and August. Ground handling and ramp operations are affected by heat protocols. Haboob (sandstorm) events reduce visibility and may cause ground stops.
Winter (December–February) is the peak travel season at 18–27°C with clear skies and minimal disruption risk. The airport almost never sees rain. When rain does occur (typically December–February), local drainage infrastructure can briefly flood access roads. Overall, AUH is one of the most operationally consistent major hubs globally.
ISB–AUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ISB to AUH
Islamabad International Airport (ISB) and Zayed International Airport (AUH) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways and Pakistan International Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
ISB to AUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ISB to AUH is about 3 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,263 miles (2,033 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 32 return, totaling 74 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Allama Iqbal, Jinnah and King Fahd. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Peshawar (PEW), Sialkot (SKT) and Faisalabad (LYP).