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UK to Pakistan Flights Guide

The UK is one of the biggest sources of travel to Pakistan. Flights link London, Manchester and Birmingham with Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad, and many travellers connect through the Gulf or Istanbul. A nonstop flight takes about eight to nine hours.

Distances

  • London Heathrow to Islamabad: about 6,053 km.
  • London Heathrow to Lahore: about 6,315 km.
  • London Heathrow to Karachi: about 6,339 km.

See the routes: Islamabad to London, Lahore to London, Karachi to London, Islamabad to Manchester and Islamabad to Birmingham.

Direct or connecting

Nonstop flights save time but may cost more and may not run every day. Connecting flights via Gulf hubs or Istanbul offer more choice. See direct vs connecting flights.

Airlines

The UK-Pakistan route has been served by Pakistani airlines and by foreign airlines, with some options through hubs. For PIA’s status in the UK and EU, see PIA flights to the EU and UK explained.

Tips

  • Peak times are summer, Eid and Christmas; book early.
  • Check baggage allowance, which can be generous on long-haul flights.
  • Check passport validity, visa or identity requirements.
  • Allow time on arrival; see the airport arrival checklist.
  • Share a live link with family: pickup board.

Rules and schedules change, so check with the airline.

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