Islamabad International Airport (OPIS)
Large airport · Attock, Punjab, Pakistan
Airport data
| Name | Islamabad International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | OPIS |
| IATA | ISB |
| Elevation | 1,761 ft (537 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 33°32'56" E 72°49'32" 33.54900, 72.82566 |
| Location | Attock, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10L/28R | 12,001 ft (3658 m) | 147 ft | ASP | Yes |
| 10R/28L | 12,001 ft (3658 m) | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Islamabad International Airport at a glance
Islamabad International Airport is a large airport in Attock, Punjab, Pakistan, known to airline systems as ISB. The field elevation of 1,761 ft (537 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at OPIS are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 10L/28R — offers 12,001 ft (3658 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 10L points roughly 100° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for OPIS shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Islamabad International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| PAF Base Nur Khan (Benazir Bhutto International Airport) | OPRN | 26 km (14 NM) |
| Minhas Air Base | OPMS | 53 km (29 NM) |
| Mangla Airport | OPMA | 94 km (51 NM) |
| Rawalakot Airport | OPRT | 96 km (52 NM) |
| Risalpur Air Base | OPRS | 99 km (53 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Islamabad International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,761 ft field elevation of Islamabad International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 39 airports and airfields we list for Pakistan — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Islamabad International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Islamabad International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Islamabad International Airport is OPIS, and its IATA code is ISB. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Islamabad International Airport above sea level?
Islamabad International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,761 feet (537 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Islamabad International Airport located?
The airport lies at 33.5490, 72.8257 — in Attock, Punjab, Pakistan, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is PAF Base Nur Khan (Benazir Bhutto International Airport), about 26 km away.
Does OPIS publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for OPIS appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Islamabad International Airport?
Islamabad International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 10L/28R, measures 12,001 ft (3658 m) with a ASP surface.