Rawalpindi to Sahiwal flights
Sahiwal lies 326 km (203 mi) south of Rawalpindi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 10 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 | Sahiwal | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 3.4 million | 538,344 |
| Elevation | 501 m (1,644 ft) | 174 m (571 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
| Nearest large airport | ISB, 21 km out | LYP, 78 km out |
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 Sahiwal
Sahiwal is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Faisalabad International Airport (LYP), 78 km (48 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,324 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faisalabad International Airport | LYP | 78 km (48 mi) | 9,324 ft | 591 ft |
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Staying in Sahiwal
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Sahiwal. Of the 6 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (2). Guests have left 351 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Sahiwal from Rawalpindi?
326 km (203 mi) in a straight line, south of Rawalpindi.
How long does it take to get from Rawalpindi to Sahiwal by air?
About 1 h 10 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 Sahiwal?
No, both are on Asia/Karachi at the moment.
Which airports are used for Rawalpindi to Sahiwal flights?
Typically Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Faisalabad International Airport (LYP).
Where can I stay in Sahiwal?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Sahiwal, 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.