Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad from $719

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ISB
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Islamabad Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Islamabad

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Islamabad (ISB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,190

One-way from

$719

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,803
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 5/11-4/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Islamabad
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Islamabad
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($235 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Islamabad
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Islamabad. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Wed 5/1111:25MEL - ISB
1 stop38h 50mChina Southern
Thu 4/1222:15ISB - MEL
1 stop29h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 13/8$1,190
Mon 3/1111:25MEL - ISB
1 stop38h 50mChina Southern
Thu 4/1222:15ISB - MEL
1 stop17h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 13/8$1,262
Sat 25/1011:20MEL - ISB
1 stop38h 55mChina Southern
Sun 23/1122:15ISB - MEL
1 stop29h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 15/8$1,267
Mon 1/910:20MEL - ISB
1 stop38h 15mChina Southern
Thu 11/921:35ISB - MEL
1 stop16h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 14/8$1,326
Mon 27/1020:15MEL - ISB
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1119:30ISB - MEL
3 stops45h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$1,382
Mon 3/1118:00MEL - ISB
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1122:15ISB - MEL
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$1,409
Wed 1/1010:20MEL - ISB
1 stop38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1021:35ISB - MEL
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$1,417
Wed 5/1106:45MEL - ISB
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1222:15ISB - MEL
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8$1,425
Wed 27/810:20MEL - ISB
1 stop38h 15mChina Southern
Sun 23/1122:15ISB - MEL
1 stop29h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 13/8$1,445
Thu 4/921:45MEL - ISB
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/910:00ISB - MEL
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8$1,458

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Route

Depart

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Price

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

23:30-20:15

1 stop26h 45m

Islamabad Intl

Tue 2/12

22:15-09:45

1 stop29h 30m

$1,262

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

11:25-20:15

1 stop38h 50m

Islamabad Intl

Thu 4/12

22:15-21:30

1 stop17h 15m

$1,262

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

18:00-20:15

2 stops32h 15m

Islamabad Intl

Sun 16/11

22:15-21:30

1 stop17h 15m

$1,409

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Wed 15/10

11:20-19:35

1 stop38h 15m

Islamabad Intl

Sun 9/11

22:15-21:30

1 stop17h 15m

$1,478

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

10:20-19:35

1 stop38h 15m

Islamabad Intl

Thu 9/10

21:35-20:20

1 stop16h 45m

$1,517

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

18:20-03:10

1 stop38h 50m

Islamabad Intl

Sat 15/11

04:30-17:00

1 stop30h 30m

$1,595

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Tue 26/8

05:00-18:25

1 stop18h 25m

Islamabad Intl

Sat 22/11

19:25-17:00

1 stop39h 35m

$1,595

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

18:20-18:15

1 stop29h 55m

Islamabad Intl

Thu 12/2

04:30-17:00

1 stop30h 30m

$1,598

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Fri 10/10

18:10-18:25

1 stop30h 15m

Islamabad Intl

Sat 25/10

14:05-05:30

2 stops33h 25m

$1,618

MelbourneIslamabad

MEL - ISB

MELISB

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

18:20-03:10

1 stop38h 50m

Islamabad Intl

Fri 21/11

04:30-17:00

1 stop30h 30m

$1,622

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Islamabad

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Islamabad. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad (average of $1,044). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,528). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to ISB?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Islamabad. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Islamabad. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Islamabad flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 23% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Beijing (PEK) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,429.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 21h 56m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 7h 02m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Islamabad

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Islamabad. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Islamabad. Reviews last updated 15 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad, such as Emirates, Thai Airways, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Islamabad. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Islamabad from Melbourne?

    Most people fly into Islamabad Intl (ISB) if they book a flight to Islamabad from Melbourne. On average, Islamabad Intl has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 8 airlines. Islamabad Intl is conveniently located just 31.8 km from Islamabad’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad round-trip from $1,021. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air China, from $1,124, and Virgin Australia, from $1,202. China Southern is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa are located about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about $36 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Islamabad flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Islamabad that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Islamabad flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Islamabad?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Islamabad.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Islamabad?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Islamabad by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad (average of $1,044). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Islamabad in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,528). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Melbourne to Islamabad

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Islamabad. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,021Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,124Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,202Average$1,824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,204Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,324Average$1,728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,411Average$1,823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,526Average$1,947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Oman AirCheapest$2,147Average$2,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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