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Pakistan's modern gateway replacing the old Benazir Bhutto International Airport.
Opened
2018
Location
Attock, Pakistan
Islamabad International Airport (ISB/OPIS) is the primary international airport serving Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, and the wider twin-city region including Rawalpindi. It opened in 2018, replacing the older Benazir Bhutto International Airport, and is operated by the Civil Aviation Authority of Pakistan.
The airport was constructed at a cost of approximately $1.4 billion USD and is among the largest and most modern airports in Pakistan. It is located near the Fateh Jang area of Attock District in Punjab, roughly 30 kilometers from central Islamabad.
The facility features a single integrated terminal capable of handling both domestic and international passengers, with capacity for millions of passengers annually. It serves as an important hub for Pakistan International Airlines and handles numerous international carriers connecting Pakistan to the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and beyond.
Terminals
The airport has a single modern integrated terminal building handling both domestic and international flights under one roof.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis, ride-hailing services, and dedicated bus services connecting the airport to Islamabad and Rawalpindi city centers.
Airlines here
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is the primary carrier, with major international airlines including Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Air Arabia, and Saudi Arabian Airlines also operating regular services.
Notable facts
- ›Replaced the older Benazir Bhutto International Airport, which closed upon this airport's inauguration in 2018.
- ›Located approximately 30 km from central Islamabad near the Fateh Jang area in Attock District.
- ›Construction cost was approximately USD 1.4 billion.
- ›The integrated terminal is designed to handle up to 9 million passengers per year at initial capacity.
- ›Operated by Pakistan's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
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