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Islamabad.306 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with AJet and PIA.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with PIA, departs from Islamabad on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 306 €, select.
Islamabad.320 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Flynas and Serene Air.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Serene Air, departs from Islamabad on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 320 €, select.
Islamabad.327 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with SalamAir and Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Islamabad on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 327 €, select.
Islamabad.330 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with SalamAir and Serene Air.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Serene Air, departs from Islamabad on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 330 €, select.
Islamabad.340 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Flynas and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Islamabad on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 340 €, select.
Islamabad.347 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Islamabad on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 347 €, select.
Islamabad.374 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Islamabad on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 374 €, select.
Islamabad.378 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Islamabad.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Islamabad on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From 378 €, 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 June.
Jun
from 306 €
Jul
from 330 €
Aug
from 386 €
Sep
from 424 €
Oct
from 470 €
Nov
from 398 €
Dec
from 500 €
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Feb
from 431 €
Mar
from 508 €
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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 found306 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Islamabad: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Islamabad is 306 €. 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.
5 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Islamabad.
Turkish Airlines and PIA fly direct from Istanbul to Islamabad.
As of June 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Islamabad.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Islamabad is usually June 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, 18 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 12 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

  • Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) heading out from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport flight.

  • Islamabad International Airport is located in Islamabad. The city is in the UTC+5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Istanbul.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) is the busiest route, with 10 direct services each week. You can travel from IST to ISB on Turkish Airlines's 1:10am departure.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Istanbul to ISB. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) take off from this terminal.

  • Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport jetting out of IST.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between IST and ISB is Turkish Airlines.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to ISB. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and ISB:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Bahrain International Airport (BAH)

  • You can arrive at SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to ISB flight? Check in to a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on time.

About Islamabad International Airport (ISB)

Getting from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to central Islamabad

  • Islamabad International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Islamabad. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

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

  • At the moment, 116 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 306 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to ISB. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • Affordable Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Istanbul to ISB.

  • Hunt for savings on a flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

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

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport (ISB). Plan your visit to Islamabad in April if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • Lock in an Istanbul to ISB plane ticket departing in June if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Islamabad to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Islamabad

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Islamabad right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Islamabad International Airport:

  • There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Islamabad when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Faisal Mosque followed by North-Pakistan Adventure | Climbing Trekking tours and Faisal mosque Islamabad.

Explore more of Pakistan

  • Lahore is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Islamabad. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Jamia Masjid F1, Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak.

  • Faisalabad is another standout destination in Pakistan and is around 241 kilometres south of Islamabad. No journey is complete without a visit to Faisal Masjid, Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali.

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