Rawalpindi to Srinagar flights
Srinagar lies 171 km (106 mi) east of Rawalpindi, +0.5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Rawalpindi | Srinagar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | India |
| Population | 3.4 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 501 m (1,644 ft) | 1,589 m (5,213 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | ISB, 21 km out | SXR, 11 km out |
Clocks in Srinagar are 30 min ahead of Rawalpindi right now, so a 58 min journey lands 1 h 28 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Srinagar
Crossing from Pakistan into India: money changes from the Rupee to the Rupee (INR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro; the dialling code becomes +91; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648793.
Airports at each end
Leaving Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Islamabad International Airport (ISB), 21 km (13 mi) from the centre, whose 12,001-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Srinagar
Srinagar is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Srinagar International Airport (SXR), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 12,090-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Srinagar International Airport | SXR | 11 km (7 mi) | 12,090 ft | 5,429 ft |
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Staying in Srinagar
Our booking partner lists 757 places to stay in Srinagar. Of the 438 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (232), and 10 are five-star. Across 62 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 12,040 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Srinagar from Rawalpindi?
171 km (106 mi) in a straight line, east of Rawalpindi.
How long does it take to get from Rawalpindi to Srinagar by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rawalpindi and Srinagar?
Srinagar is 30 min ahead at the moment (Asia/Kolkata against Asia/Karachi).
Which airports are used for Rawalpindi to Srinagar flights?
Typically Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Srinagar International Airport (SXR).
What currency do I need in Srinagar?
The Rupee (INR).
Where can I stay in Srinagar?
Our booking partner lists 757 places to stay in Srinagar, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.