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Islamabad International Airport

Islamabad International Airport (OPIS/ISB) serves Attock, Pakistan. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (10L/28R, 10R/28L). Field elevation is 1761 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 2/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 5/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: OPIS
  • Name: Islamabad International Airport
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: Uncategorized
  • Latitude: 33.549
  • Longitude: 72.825661
  • Elevation: 1761 ft
  • Country: Pakistan
  • Municipality: Attock
  • IATA Code: ISB
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: N/A
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 10L/28R

  • Designation: 10L/28R
  • Dimensions: 3658x45m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT II, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 10R/28L

  • Designation: 10R/28L
  • Dimensions: 3658x60m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 122.150, 123.255 MHz
  • Ground: 122.950, 130.600 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: 121.650, 124.650, 118.550 MHz
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: No PPR for scheduled flights. GA/charter require PCAA landing permit.
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Approx PKR 11,000/ton MTOW for international
  • Parking Fee: PKR 3,800/ton per 6h block
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: PKR
  • Remarks: New airport opened 2018, replacing Benazir Bhutto International. Operated by PCAA. Modern facility. Security surcharge applies.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Supplied by PSO or Attock Petroleum. Into-plane service at new terminal. Modern fueling infrastructure.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Full CIQ at international terminal. APIS required. Visa/e-Visa requirements apply.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No formal curfew; 24-hour operations. PCAA coordination. Single runway 10L/28R. Modern facility with good capacity. Security-sensitive. Chapter 2 banned.

Airport Services

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Pakistan Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 96 hours (4 days) for security screening; 48 working hours minimum
  • Landing Lead Time: 6 business days
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require PCAA permit and military approval. Security-sensitive, allow extra time.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at OPIS?
The tower frequency at Islamabad International Airport is 122.15, 123.255 MHz.
What fuel is available at OPIS?
Islamabad International Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does OPIS require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Islamabad International Airport (Pakistan).