Flying from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours behind Islamabad.
Flights from ISB to IST start at 05:25 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 10:05 with Turkish Airlines. In total, there are 14 weekly Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your ISB to IST flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ISB and IST include:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah Airport
Kuwait Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad Airport (ISB) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
Currently, $577 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $878. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from ISB to IST by booking four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ISB to IST by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Islamabad Airport (ISB)
Of the flights that depart from Islamabad Airport, 67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Islamabad Airport from central Islamabad, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ISB? If you're catching an early flight from Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Pick up a Istanbul Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Islamabad Airport to Istanbul Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ISB to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.