Pakistan Airport Codes – Complete IATA & ICAO List | AIRPORTS

Pakistan Airport Codes

Complete IATA & ICAO codes for all airports across Pakistan

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City / Location Airport Name IATA ICAO Type

What Do Airport Codes Mean?

  • IATA Code – 3-letter code used for flight bookings, baggage tags, and departure boards. Example: KHI = Karachi
  • ICAO Code – 4-letter code used for air traffic control, flight planning, and pilot navigation. Example: OPKC = Karachi
  • IATA codes are for passengers – ticketing and travel
  • ICAO codes are for aviation professionals – ATC and flight operations
  • All Pakistan ICAO codes start with "OP"
  • Use IATA codes when booking flights or tracking arrivals

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IATA code for Karachi Airport?
The IATA code for Jinnah International Airport in Karachi is KHI. The ICAO code is OPKC.
What is the IATA code for Lahore Airport?
The IATA code for Allama Iqbal International Airport in Lahore is LHE. The ICAO code is OPLA.
What is the IATA code for Islamabad Airport?
The IATA code for Islamabad International Airport is ISB. The ICAO code is OPIS.
What is the difference between IATA and ICAO codes?
IATA codes are 3-letter codes used for ticketing, flight schedules, and passenger information. ICAO codes are 4-letter codes used for air traffic control, flight planning, and aviation operations. IATA codes are more commonly seen by passengers on boarding passes and luggage tags.
How many international airports are in Pakistan?
Pakistan has several international airports including Karachi (KHI), Lahore (LHE), Islamabad (ISB), Peshawar (PEW), Quetta (UET), Multan (MUX), Sialkot (SKT), Faisalabad (LYP), Gwadar (GWD), Turbat (TUK), and Rahim Yar Khan (RYK).
What does the ICAO code "OP" prefix mean in Pakistan?
The "OP" prefix is assigned by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to all airports in Pakistan. This is part of a global system where each country has a unique prefix — for example, "EG" for the United Kingdom, "LZ" for Slovakia, and "OP" for Pakistan.

Disclaimer: This website is an independent travel guide and is not affiliated with any airport authority, airline, or government organization. Airport codes are sourced from publicly available information and are subject to change. Always verify with official sources before travel.

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