
International hub · Islamabad, Pakistan
Islamabad International (Liaquat Ali Khan)
- Elevation
- 1,761 ft
- Coordinates
- 33°33′N 72°50′E
- Local time
- Asia/Karachi
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Field information
OPIS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Karachi
Country
Pakistan
PK
Municipality
Attock
Elevation
1,761 ft
Position
33.5490, 72.8257
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at OPIS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Islamabad International (Liaquat Ali Khan) (OPIS / ISB) in Islamabad, Pakistan, through one 24/7 OCC desk. OPIS is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at OPIS
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Pakistan
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Pakistan. Applicable permit lead times for Pakistan are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Pakistan are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at OPIS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at OPIS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at OPIS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at OPIS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to OPIS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for OPIS: 33° 32′ 56″ N 72° 49′ 32″ E; elevation 1761 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Islamabad
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Islamabad. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at OPIS.
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Cargo Operations at OPIS
Support for freighter operations into OPIS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where OPIS sits in the network
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- OPFAFaisalabad InternationalFaisalabad, Pakistan131 NM176°→
- OPLALahore Allama Iqbal InternationalLahore, Pakistan146 NM146°→
- VIARAmritsar/Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee IntlAmritsar, India149 NM137°→
Operating into OPIS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Islamabad International (Liaquat Ali Khan) — one desk for the whole trip.