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

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TK750
TK Turkish
333
12:40 AM
+03
7:45 AM
PKT
5h 5m
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M T W T F S S
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TK710+1
TK Turkish
332
8:35 PM
+03
3:35 AM+1
PKT
5h
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PK5710cs
PK Pakistan International
333
9:15 PM
+03
4:45 AM+1
PKT
5h 30m
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M T W T F S S
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TK711+1
TK Turkish
333
5:05 AM
PKT
9:10 AM
+03
6h 5m
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PK5711cs
PK Pakistan International
332
6:15 AM
PKT
10:25 AM
+03
6h 10m
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TK751
TK Turkish
333
9:15 AM
PKT
1:30 PM
+03
6h 15m
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Istanbul to Attock
1 carrier, 21 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 21 Flights/wk 2,451 mi 5h nonstop +2h ahead 18 1-stop hubs

IST–ISB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,451 miles in approximately 5h. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IST–ISB service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TK Turkish Airlines Also: PK 14 332, 333 5h-5h05 – Star Alliance PK
Aircraft on this route
332 Airbus A330-200 – TK
333 Airbus A330-300 – PK, TK
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: TK (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IST to ISB direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
3
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
21
Outbound / wk
21
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to ISB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,033
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 8:00 PM in Attock.
Distance & Flight Time
2,451 mi / 3,944 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 0m to 5h 30m.
Visa & Entry

Turkish passport holders can enter Pakistan with an eVisa. Apply through the official Pakistan Online Visa System at visa.nadra.gov.pk before departure. Tourist eVisas allow stays up to 30 days. Processing takes 48 to 72 hours. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation are required.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to IST

Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.

Facts

IST–ISB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Attock route.
Route details
Distance2,451 mi / 3,944 km
Flight time5h to 5h 30m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights21 out / 21 return
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: ISB
Full nameIslamabad International Airport
IATA / ICAOISB / OPIS
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Elevation1,761 ft / 537 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to ISB flights.
Nonstop flights from İstanbul Airport to Islamabad International Airport take approximately 5h to 5h 30m. The route covers 2,451 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Turkish Airlines. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
There are approximately 21 nonstop flights per week from IST to ISB. The return direction has about 21 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RKT, DMM, KHI, BAH, LHE, SHJ, DOH, LHR, MED, MAN, JED, RUH, DXB, BKK, AUH, LGW, URC and YYZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Attock is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul.
Yes, return flights from ISB to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
Nonstop flights take 5 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours eastbound and about 6 hours 30 minutes westbound. The distance is roughly 4,200 km. Turkish Airlines and PIA both operate nonstop service on this route.
Turkish Airlines flies nonstop from Istanbul Airport using widebody aircraft, typically 777 or A330 equipment. Pakistan International Airlines also operates nonstop service. Combined frequency runs several times per week.
Istanbul Airport has a single terminal building. Turkish Airlines operates from the main terminal with international departures beyond passport control. Transfer passengers stay airside and follow signage to connecting gates.
Islamabad International Airport is about 30 km from the city center in the Zero Point area. The drive takes 30 to 45 minutes by taxi or ride-hailing app. Metro bus service connects the airport to several city stations. Careem and InDriver are the most used ride-hailing apps.
Summer months from June through August see peak demand as the Pakistani diaspora in Europe travels home. Ramadan and Eid periods also drive high load factors regardless of the calendar month. Winter months tend to have better availability.

Istanbul to Islamabad

Istanbul to Islamabad covers about 4,200 km with nonstop flights taking 5.5 to 6 hours eastbound. Turkish Airlines and PIA both serve the route directly from Istanbul Airport. Widebody aircraft handle the sector, typically 777s or A330s. Frequency varies seasonally but runs multiple times per week year-round.

Istanbul is a major connecting hub for passengers originating in Europe and heading to Pakistan. Turkish Airlines feeds traffic from dozens of European cities onto this route. The large Pakistani community in Turkey also generates steady point-to-point demand. Islamabad International Airport opened in 2018 and sits about 30 km from the city center with taxi and metro bus connections.