Fly to our internationally renowned hub at Islamabad

Discover how luxurious air travel can be. Flights from Washington to Islamabad with Qatar Airways regularly take you from one capital to another in just under seven hours. Every moment of your journey with us is designed around you, with comfort, luxury and relaxation at the heart of everything we do. If you are seeking adventure, dreaming of immersing yourself in culture and art or longing to visit your family and friends, Qatar has something for everyone. Now is the perfect time to plan your next holiday and discover an authentic Arabian treasure in the heart of the Gulf. Qatar warmly welcomes visitors from around the world. Visitors from 102 countries can enter visa-free.

Washington Dulles International Airport is a busy international hub serving the USA’s capital, known for its striking main terminal featuring a huge, gracefully curved roof. As you prepare for your departure, orientate yourself within this vast facility.

For transport, you have many options. If you are parking, short and long-term parking is available in garages 1 and 2, offering thousands of covered spaces. The large economy parking area near Route 28 exits has over 12,000 spaces and is serviced by regular shuttle buses to the terminal. Alternatively, taxis, buses, and limousines provide convenient links from Washington D.C.

When flying with Qatar Airways, proceed to Departure Area 2 for check-in. After passing security on the mezzanine level, you will need to board an Aero Train to reach most gates on the four main concourses. Gates H and Z are accessible directly from the terminal. Dulles International offers a wide array of amenities before you fly, including gift shops and cafes serving full meals on the departures level, and car hire and a dedicated pet relief area on the ground floor.

Islamabad, Pakistan's capital, welcomes you with its surprisingly green spaces and beautifully planned, wide, tree-lined boulevards. This thriving cultural, commercial and financial hub perfectly blends tradition with innovation and forward development, offering you a genuinely warm welcome. You will discover a vibrant and fascinating city, full of unique sights that make it a truly memorable destination in Asia.

For a peaceful escape, explore Islamabad’s beautiful parks, which offer a tranquil respite from the urban pace and city noise. Head up to Daman-e-Koh for a wonderful vantage point and panoramic view across the metropolis valley, an incredibly popular spot with a collection of very good restaurants for dining. You should also visit the vast Fatima Jinnah Park, which is considered one of the largest parks in South East Asia, providing huge expanses of open space for relaxation and recreation.

Delve into Pakistan's rich history and transport heritage at the Golra Pakistan Railways Heritage Museum, which celebrates the country's 19th-century rail infrastructure that was key to its growth as an international trading centre. To fully experience the local culture and past, take a trip to the ancient and carefully restored Saidpur Village in the foothills of the Margallas, where you can get up close with the Pakistani traditional crafts, music and authentic food.