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Islamabad.$702 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Wed, 14 May.Return flight with Flynas and Fly Jinnah.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Jinnah, departs from Islamabad on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From $702, select.
Islamabad.$729 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Islamabad on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $729, select.
Islamabad.$773 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $773, select.
Islamabad.$776 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Fri, 11 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $776, select.
Islamabad.$821 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Islamabad on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $821, select.
Islamabad.$822 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Islamabad on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $822, select.
Islamabad.$823 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Islamabad on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $823, select.
Islamabad.$827 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Islamabad on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $827, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Islamabad

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Islamabad flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $1,009
May
from $702
Jun
from $729
Jul
from $950
Aug
from $866
Sep
from $853
Oct
from $919
Nov
from $883
Dec
from $1,016
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Mar
from $915

Direct flights from Istanbul to Islamabad

Istanbul to Islamabad: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Islamabad below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Islamabad.

Istanbul to Islamabad: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$702
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlinePIA
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Islamabad: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Islamabad is $702. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Islamabad.
PIA and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Islamabad.
As of April 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Islamabad.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Islamabad is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Islamabad Airport on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Islamabad but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Islamabad is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport (ISB): what you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.

  • 5 hours 24 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport.

  • The timezone in Islamabad is UTC+5, which is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul. Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 21:25. Go for the first IST to ISB departure with PIA at 19:45 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Your flight from Istanbul to ISB won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Get there in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) are available from here.

  • PIA is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport taking off from IST.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to ISB. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up the journey at one of these airports:

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

    • King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • The distance from central Istanbul to IST is about 48 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) offers nonstop flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport (ISB).

  • Break up your flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and ISB are:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 57 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to ISB:

About Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad

  • Islamabad International Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from central Islamabad. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 33 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 26 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

  • For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport, $246 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just $702. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.

  • You're more likely to score flight tickets from Istanbul to ISB when you book 8 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are generally at their lowest.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.

  • Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Istanbul to ISB.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Islamabad in April when things are quieter.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Islamabad. June is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Istanbul to ISB sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 39ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Islamabad

  • After booking your flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Islamabad:

  • Faisal Mosque and Pakistan Monument Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Islamabad itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Lake View Park.

Complete your Islamabad trip with a car rental

  • After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Islamabad. Explore the deals and easily compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Islamabad

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