Attock to Istanbul (ISB–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Attock to Istanbul
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,450 mi -2h behind 11 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ISB and IST, connecting options are available through 11 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ISB to IST.
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One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
RKT ~11h 0m GYD ~15h 5m DOH ~17h 0m BAH ~17h 35m AUH ~17h 50m
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Two-Stop Connections
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Istanbul from Attock

Nearby airports with service to İstanbul Airport.
Metric ISB→IST LHE→IST
Distance from ISB – 168 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 14
Lahore (LHE) to Istanbul flights
Airports within 200 miles of ISB with service to İstanbul Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Istanbul is 2 hours behind Attock.
ISB: PKT · IST: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Attock, it's 4:00 PM in Istanbul.
Distance & Flight Time
2,450 mi / 3,943 km
Getting from IST

M11 Metro to Gayrettepe takes about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart) with connections to M2 (Taksim) and M7. Runs from 5am to midnight. The metro bypasses O-7 motorway traffic, which is frequently heavy into the city.Havaist buses serve major destinations including Taksim, Kadıköy (European and Asian sides), and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (₺50–80). Taxis from arrivals are metered; insist on the meter. Journey to Sultanahmet or Taksim costs ₺400–700 depending on traffic. Rental cars available. Hotel shuttles common for business hotels near the city.

Istanbul Climate

The new airport sits 35km from central Istanbul on the European side, slightly inland and exposed to Black Sea weather systems. Winters (December–March) are cold (0–8°C) with fog, rain, and occasional snow. Snow on the exposed plateau is more likely than in the city. Ice on taxiways causes delays.

Summers are warm (25–32°C) with dry, reliable weather. Spring and fall bring heavy rain and strong northerly winds (Poyraz) that can affect smaller aircraft. Fog is the primary low-season disruption risk. The airport's elevated position makes it slightly windier than the Atatürk site it replaced.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ISB–IST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Attock to Istanbul route.
Route details
Distance2,450 mi / 3,943 km
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections11 hubs
Origin: ISB
Full nameIslamabad International Airport
IATA / ICAOISB / OPIS
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Elevation1,761 ft / 537 m
Destination: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ISB to IST flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RKT, GYD, DOH, BAH, AUH, KHI, LGW, DXB, RUH, URC and JED. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Istanbul is 2 hours behind Attock.
Yes, return flights from IST to ISB are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LHE. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Flight time is 5 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours westbound and about 5 hours 45 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes eastbound. The distance is around 4,200 km. Routing crosses Iran, and westbound flights pick up a slight tailwind on most days. Turkish Airlines typically uses widebody equipment like the A330 or 787 on this sector.
Turkish Airlines operates daily nonstop service on this route. PIA (Pakistan International Airlines) also flies the sector, typically 3 to 5 times per week depending on season. Turkish uses A330 or 787 Dreamliner equipment. PIA flies A320 or 777 aircraft. Most departures from Islamabad leave in the evening for a late-night arrival in Istanbul.
All Turkish Airlines flights from Islamabad arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) on the European side. PIA also operates to IST. Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) on the Asian side does not have nonstop service from Islamabad. IST is Turkish Airlines' main hub, so onward connections to Europe, Africa, and the Americas are all available from the same terminal.
Istanbul is one of the strongest connecting points between South Asia and Europe. Turkish Airlines feeds over 120 European destinations from IST. Connection times of 2 to 4 hours are common for onward flights to London, Paris, Frankfurt, and other major cities. Overnight arrivals from Islamabad pair well with morning European departures. The Istanbul Lounge in the international terminal is available for longer waits.
Islamabad International Airport (ISB) is about 30 km from the city center in the Blue Area. Taxi and rideshare take 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic. The Metro Bus Orange Line connects the airport area to the city. Car rental is available at the terminal. Rawalpindi is closer to the airport than central Islamabad, about 20 minutes by road.

Islamabad to Istanbul Flights

ISB-IST covers about 4,200 km in 5 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours. Turkish Airlines flies daily nonstop, and PIA operates 3 to 5 weekly frequencies. Turkish uses A330 or 787 widebody aircraft on the sector. Evening departures from Islamabad arrive in Istanbul late at night, which connects well to morning European flights the next day. Istanbul Airport (IST) is Turkish Airlines' global hub, making this route a key link between Pakistan and over 300 destinations worldwide.

Islamabad International Airport opened in 2018 and handles all commercial traffic for the Islamabad-Rawalpindi metropolitan area. Ground transport from ISB to central Islamabad takes 30 to 45 minutes. At the Istanbul end, IST is on the European side of the city, about 35 km from the Sultanahmet district. The Havaist bus runs to Taksim and other city center stops. Passengers transiting through IST to European destinations can clear immigration or stay airside depending on their routing.