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Cheapest return flight
£373
Typical prices: £365-£556
Kuwait Airways
Mon 2/4Sat 7/4
IST - ISB • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£549
Typical prices: £522-£642
Turkish Airlines
Sun 4/2Sun 18/2
IST - ISB • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 5h 20m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 78% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 41% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £329 (return)
Shortest trip • 9h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Islamabad (IST-ISB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to Islamabad

Fri, 2 Apr - Wed, 7 Apr
Kuwait Airways Logo
13:00 - 03:35IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
12h 35m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
04:35 - 11:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
9h 00m1 stop Kuwait City
£373Kuwait Airways
Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:30 - 02:10IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
9h 40m1 stop Kuwait City
Multiple Airlines Logo
02:55 - 11:55ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
11h 00m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
£376Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:40 - 13:10IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
16h 30m1 stop Sharjah
Multiple Airlines Logo
02:55 - 21:25ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
20h 30m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
£382Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Apr - Fri, 16 Apr
Kuwait Airways Logo
13:00 - 05:10IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
14h 10m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
04:00 - 11:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
9h 35m1 stop Kuwait City
£383Kuwait Airways
Fri, 2 Apr - Sat, 10 Apr
Kuwait Airways Logo
13:00 - 03:35IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
12h 35m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
04:35 - 11:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
9h 00m1 stop Kuwait City
£396Kuwait Airways
Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:05 - 13:10IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
21h 05m1 stop Sharjah
Multiple Airlines Logo
02:55 - 21:25ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
20h 30m1 stop Baku Heydar Aliyev
£396Multiple Airlines
Fri, 2 Apr - Wed, 7 Apr
Kuwait Airways Logo
13:00 - 03:35IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
12h 35m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
03:25 - 11:35ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
10h 10m1 stop Kuwait City
£438Kuwait Airways
Thu, 4 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:25 - 04:45IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
5h 20mdirect
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10:10 - 14:25ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
6h 15mdirect
£549Turkish Airlines
Thu, 4 Mar - Thu, 15 Apr
Turkish Airlines Logo
01:20 - 08:40IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
5h 20mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
04:55 - 09:00ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
6h 05mdirect
£549Turkish Airlines
Thu, 11 Mar - Wed, 14 Apr
Turkish Airlines Logo
01:20 - 08:40IST  Istanbul-ISB Islamabad Intl
5h 20mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
09:10 - 13:15ISB  Islamabad Intl-IST Istanbul
6h 05mdirect
£550Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Islamabad flights

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How much is a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

Return flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad typically range from £365 to £556. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £373 on Kuwait Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad at £270 return.
•August (£615) and October (£564) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 128% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Islamabad

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Sharad Ranabhat

Sharad Ranabhat

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Sharad, a Nepal-based aviation journalist, is passionate about uncovering the latest in airline news and airport reviews. When he's not diving into the world of aviation, you’ll find him exploring new destinations and sharing stories that connect and inspire.

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Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

Key details for Istanbul Airport to Islamabad flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Istanbul to Islamabad

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Your Istanbul Airport to Islamabad flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad:

    • Earliest: departs at 01:20 and lands at 06:40
    • Latest: departs at 21:30 and lands at 02:50.

    The flight takes about 5h 20m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad.

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    A direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad takes 5h 20m, covering 2,449 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Islamabad flight?

    Return flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad range from £365 to £556, with an average of £458 over the past 12 months. Anything below £365 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to Islamabad flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the £458 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £329 return via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH), compared with £552 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Istanbul Airport to Islamabad flights. 78% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £46–£46 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Pakistan International Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-200/200ER variants.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Islamabad flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £373 to £1,339. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £264, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Islamabad Intl (ISB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Islamabad route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 47m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad most commonly connect through:

    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Kuwait City (KWI) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £441 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £506, a difference of £65.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Istanbul Airport and Islamabad.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Istanbul Airport to Islamabad?

    Flying via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 39m, compared to 10h 40m via Sharjah (SHJ) and 10h 52m via Baku Heydar Aliyev (GYD).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Islamabad?

    Islamabad is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul Airport (Pakistan Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Islamabad flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Pakistan International Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Islamabad flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average £441, about £65 less than Friday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Islamabad trip for September. Fares historically average £270 return in that month – typically £346 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Manama Bahrain Intl Airport (BAH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £329 return on this route – about £223 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Thursday

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