🏙️ About Islamabad

Pakistan's modern, planned capital city nestled against the Margalla Hills, known for its green spaces, organized layout, and diplomatic quarter.

With a population of approximately 1.2 million, Islamabad is a significant urban center in Islamabad where accurate prayer times are essential for the daily routine of its Muslim residents.

🕌 How Are Prayer Times Calculated for Islamabad?

Prayer times for Islamabad are calculated using the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi method (Method 1), which is the most widely followed calculation standard across Pakistan. This method uses a Fajr angle of 18° and an Isha angle of 18° below the horizon.

The Hanafi juristic school (Fiqh) is applied for Asr timing, where the shadow of an object must equal twice its length plus its shadow at noon. For followers of Fiqa Jafria (Shia), Asr begins when the shadow equals the object's length (1× ratio), and Isha uses a different twilight angle — use our Hanafi vs Jafria comparison tool above to see the exact differences for Islamabad.

⏰ Today's Prayer Windows — Islamabad (11 April 2026)

Each prayer has a specific start and end time. Here's when each namaz is valid today:

💡 Tip: Fajr becomes Qaza after sunrise (05:43). Always pray Fajr before the 87-minute window closes.

📅 Spring Prayer Guide for Islamabad

Islamabad is currently in the Spring season. During this time:

• • Fajr is later (after 5:00 AM in winter) — easier to wake up for morning prayer
• • Maghrib comes early, so prepare for Isha shortly after sunset
• • Shorter daylight hours mean prayers are closer together — plan your schedule
• • Today's fasting duration (if applicable) would be approximately 14.3 hours

🧭 Qibla Direction from Islamabad

The Qibla direction from Islamabad is approximately 256° (W) from true north. The straight-line great-circle distance from Islamabad to the Holy Kaaba in Makkah al-Mukarramah is 3,528 km.

For accurate Qibla alignment, use our interactive Qibla compass above, or simply face W when praying in Islamabad.

📜 Islamic Heritage of Islamabad

Faisal Masjid, designed by Turkish architect Vedat Dalokay, is shaped like a desert Bedouin's tent and can accommodate 100,000 worshippers. It was the world's largest mosque from 1986 to 1993.

🕋 Notable Mosques in Islamabad

These are the prominent mosques and places of worship in Islamabad where congregational prayers (Jama'at) are held five times daily:

Jumu'ah (Friday) prayers in Islamabad typically begin around 12:09. Arrive 15-20 minutes early for the Khutbah.