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Flight deals from Istanbul to Islamabad

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Islamabad? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Islamabad.ر.ق.‏ 647 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 647, select.
Islamabad.ر.ق.‏ 774 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 774, select.
Islamabad.ر.ق.‏ 861 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 861, select.
Islamabad.ر.ق.‏ 996 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 996, select.
Islamabad.ر.ق.‏ 1,019 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,019, select.
Islamabad.ر.ق.‏ 1,019 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,019, select.
Islamabad.ر.ق.‏ 1,019 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,019, select.
Islamabad.ر.ق.‏ 1,023 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Islamabad.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,023, 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.
May
from ر.ق.‏ 647
Jun
from ر.ق.‏ 774
Jul
from ر.ق.‏ 861
Aug
from ر.ق.‏ 996
Sep
from ر.ق.‏ 1,051
Oct
from ر.ق.‏ 1,019
Nov
from ر.ق.‏ 1,047
Dec
from ر.ق.‏ 1,019
Jan
from ر.ق.‏ 1,023
Feb
from ر.ق.‏ 1,019
Mar
from ر.ق.‏ 1,061
Apr
from ر.ق.‏ 1,112

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 foundر.ق.‏ 647
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Islamabad: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Islamabad is ر.ق.‏ 1,605. 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.
Turkish Airlines and PIA fly direct from Istanbul to Islamabad.
As of May 2025, there are 27 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Islamabad.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Islamabad is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad Airport on Saturday, 17 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.
Currently, flyadeal and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Islamabad.

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

  • Book a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.

  • Islamabad's timezone is UTC+5, making Islamabad two hours ahead of Istanbul.

  • Each week, there are 13 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 19:45 Pakistan International Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 21:25 with Turkish Airlines.

  • To ensure you get on your IST to ISB flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Pakistan International Airlines is your gateway to discovering Islamabad (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Pakistan!). Check out the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport offered by this airline.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Pakistan International Airlines on this route.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between IST and ISB include:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

    • King Khaled International Airport

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

  • ر.ق.‏ 647 is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق.‏ 1,605. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from IST to ISB by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from IST to ISB is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad

  • Islamabad International Airport to the centre of Islamabad has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Islamabad in April.

  • The warmest month in Islamabad is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Islamabad International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from IST to ISB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC on average.

Explore more of Pakistan

  • You've seen Islamabad, now it's time to explore other parts of Pakistan. Travel around 274 kilometres south-east to Lahore to tick off its top attractions. From Khayaban-e-Quaid New Parks to B Block Park Sabzazar and Tariq garden mini zoo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 257 kilometres south of Islamabad, Faisalabad is another essential stop in Pakistan. Experience major highlights starting with Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.

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