Direct Flights from Islamabad to Tashkent Launch June 2025

For Pakistani travelers, the dream of exploring Uzbekistan’s Silk Road cities just got simpler. Starting June 14, 2025, Uzbekistan Airways launches weekly flights from Islamabad to Tashkent, slashing a grueling 15-hour journey with layovers to a seamless 3-hour direct flight. This long-awaited route – operating every Saturday – reshapes connectivity between Pakistan and Central Asia, unlocking tourism, trade, and family ties. Important: users of this website can conveniently book online flights.

Islamabad to Tashkent Flight Schedule & Details

Uzbekistan Airways (HY) deploys its modern Airbus A320 fleet for the Islamabad to Tashkent flights:

HY-362: Departs Islamabad (ISB) at 12:00 PM, arrives in Tashkent (TAS) at 3:00 PM (local time).

Return flight HY-361 departs Tashkent at 8:00 AM, landing in Islamabad at 11:00 AM.

Economy round-trip fares start at $298, with business class near $700 – a competitive alternative to one-stop options via Dubai or Istanbul. The airline also operates biweekly flights from Lahore to Uzbekistan (Wed/Fri), which saw over 12,000 passengers in early 2025.

Why Book Islamabad to Tashkent Flights?

1. For Students & Families:
Over 3,000 Pakistani medical students study in Uzbekistan. "Before these flights from Islamabad to Uzbekistan, I spent $800 and 20 hours to visit home," says Fatima Riaz, a student in Tashkent. "Now I’ll see my family monthly." Universities expect Pakistani enrollments to surge 30% by 2026.

2. For Business & Trade:
Bilateral trade ($150M in 2024) is poised to boom. "Islamabad to Tashkent flights mean I can attend meetings same-day," says textile exporter Haroon Ahmed. "Logistics costs for Uzbek cotton or Pakistani IT services will plummet." Trade bodies project $500M within 3 years.

3. For Tourism & Culture:
Uzbekistan’s visa-free policy for Pakistanis (since 2021) and direct flights make Samarkand and Bukhara accessible. "We’re flooded with queries for flights from Islamabad to Uzbekistan," says Yasmin Khan of Silk Road Trails. "Pakistan’s northern mountains also lure Uzbek tourists seeking summer escapes."

Beyond Islamabad to Tashkent

These flights anchor Uzbekistan’s "Open Skies" strategy and Pakistan’s "Vision Central Asia" policy. Key implications:

Gateway to Eurasia: Tashkent connects passengers to Almaty, Bishkek, Moscow, and beyond.

Trade Corridors: Supports the Trans-Afghan Railway linking Termez to Peshawar.

Tourism Growth: Uzbekistan eyes 15M tourists by 2030; Pakistan’s Hunza and Swat valleys target Central Asian travelers.

Uzbek Ambassador Aybek Arif Usmanov states: "Islamabad to Tashkent flights rebuild ancient Silk Road bonds for the 21st century."

Planning Your Islamabad to Tashkent Flights

Visas: Pakistan offers e-visas for Uzbeks (72-hour processing). Here is detail for Uzbekistan visa from Pakistan.

Booking: Flights are live on Uzbekistan Airways’ website and aggregators like Kayak. Early-bird discounts include 10% off for students.

Competition: FlyDubai and Air Astana offer one-stop options but can’t match the new direct route’s speed.

Challenges & Opportunities

While infrastructure gaps persist (e.g., Islamabad’s immigration queues), demand is undeniable. Geopolitical risks in Afghanistan remain, but aviation analyst James Williams notes: "Flights from Islamabad to Uzbekistan fill a critical gap. This route will force competitors to cut fares on indirect flights."

The First Flight: A New Dawn

Among those booked on the inaugural flight from Islamabad to Tashkent are:

Sofia & Jamal Ibrahim: Visiting Tashkent’s Old City after 40 years. "No more exhausting layovers," Jamal sighs.

Amina Kadyrova: An Uzbek entrepreneur expanding her dried-fruit exports to Pakistan. “Weekly flights from Islamabad to Uzbekistan mean I can grow my business sustainably.”

As Captain Anvar Rajabov pilots HY-362 eastward on June 14, he carries more than passengers – he carries the promise of united families, thriving businesses, and cultural discovery. For medical student Ali Raza, booking his July ticket, it’s transformative: "These Islamabad to Tashkent flights turn a dream into a 3-hour reality."

Sources: Uzbekistan Airways, Pakistan CAA, The Express Tribune, traveler interviews.

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