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Verdict

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) scores higher overall at 7.5/10 versus Islamabad International Airport (ISB) at 7.4/10.

Score comparison

Metric Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Islamabad International Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.5 7.4
On-Time Performance 7.3 7.2
Passenger Experience 7.2 7.3
Facilities & Comfort 8.0 7.7
Lounge Score 8.1 7.5
City Dallas-Fort Worth Islamabad
Country United States Pakistan
Terminals 5 terminals (A–E) + Skylink train 1 integrated terminal (New Islamabad Airport)
Annual passengers 80M+ 8M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy DFW — Dallas/Fort ISB — Islamabad
Rail / public transport
To city centre
Lounge day pass
Min. connection time
Primary hub carriers

Detailed profiles

Dallas-Fort Worth, United States · DFW · #1 in this comparison

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

5 terminals (A–E) + Skylink train · 80M+ passengers/year

7.5 / 10

How good is Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport?

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) scores 7.5/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.3), passenger experience (7.2), and facilities (8.0). Lounge quality rates 8.1/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Dallas/Fort Worth DFW scores 7.5/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.1/10. American Flagship Lounge in Terminal D serves long-haul international business/first. Skylink train links all terminals airside. See /guides/dfw-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.5 Very Good
On-time 7.3 Departure reliability
Experience 7.2 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.0 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.1 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.3
Passenger Experience
7.2
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score 8.1/10

Highlights

  • American Airlines dominates all five terminals — Flagship Lounge in Terminal D for long-haul international
  • Skylink automated train connects all terminals airside — easier connections than ORD or JFK
  • Qantas and BA use Terminal D for select services — oneworld lounge access via AA clubs
  • DFW lounge score 8.1/10 — strong for AA premium passengers

Overview

American Airlines' largest hub — Flagship Lounge, Admirals Club network, and Skylink airside train connecting all terminals.

American Airlines and Skylink connections

Terminal D hosts American's international operations and the Flagship Lounge for qualifying long-haul departures. Admirals Club locations exist in every terminal.

Skylink connects all concourses airside in 5–10 minutes — among the best multi-terminal connection designs in the US.

Islamabad, Pakistan · ISB · #2 in this comparison

Islamabad International Airport

1 integrated terminal (New Islamabad Airport) · 8M+ passengers/year

7.4 / 10

How good is Islamabad International Airport?

Islamabad International Airport (ISB) scores 7.4/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2), passenger experience (7.3), and facilities (7.7). Lounge quality rates 7.5/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Islamabad ISB scores 7.4/10 — Pakistan capital gateway. PIA from MAN/BHX; Gulf hub connections via QR/EK. See /guides/uk-pakistan-flights-guide-2026 and /guides/islamabad-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.4 Very Good
On-time 7.2 Departure reliability
Experience 7.3 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.7 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.5 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.3
Facilities & Comfort
7.7
Lounge score 7.5/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK–Pakistan gateway for Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and northern Punjab
  • PIA direct MAN–ISB and BHX–ISB; Gulf carriers via DXB/DOH most competitive on price
  • New integrated terminal (2018) — Marhaba and Priority Pass lounges
  • e-Visa or visa on arrival for UK passport holders — apply online before travel

Overview

Pakistan's capital gateway — PIA direct from Manchester and Birmingham plus one-stop via Dubai, Doha, and Istanbul for UK–Punjab and KPK VFR traffic.

UK VFR routing

Compare direct PIA vs one-stop Qatar/Emirates — Gulf carriers often cheaper in business with superior lounge product.

Allow 60+ min immigration at peak UK arrival banks (Jun–Aug, Dec–Jan).

FAQ

Which is better, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport or Islamabad International Airport?

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) scores higher overall at 7.5/10 versus Islamabad International Airport (ISB) at 7.4/10.

Which has better lounges, DFW or ISB?

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) scores higher for lounges at 8.1/10, versus Islamabad International Airport at 7.5/10.

Which airport is more on-time, DFW or ISB?

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has stronger on-time performance at 7.3/10 versus Islamabad International Airport (ISB) at 7.2/10.