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Verdict

Islamabad International Airport (ISB) scores higher overall at 7.4/10 versus Orlando International Airport (MCO) at 7.3/10.

Score comparison

Metric Islamabad International Airport Orlando International Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.4 7.3
On-Time Performance 7.2 7.0
Passenger Experience 7.3 7.2
Facilities & Comfort 7.7 7.8
Lounge Score 7.5 7.4
City Islamabad Orlando
Country Pakistan United States
Terminals 1 integrated terminal (New Islamabad Airport) Main terminal + 4 airside concourses (A–E)
Annual passengers 8M+ 57M+

Operational comparison

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

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

Detailed profiles

Islamabad, Pakistan · ISB · #1 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).

Orlando, United States · MCO · #2 in this comparison

Orlando International Airport

Main terminal + 4 airside concourses (A–E) · 57M+ passengers/year

7.3 / 10

How good is Orlando International Airport?

Orlando International Airport (MCO) scores 7.3/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.0), passenger experience (7.2), and facilities (7.8). Lounge quality rates 7.4/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Orlando MCO scores 7.3/10 — Florida theme-park gateway. Virgin Atlantic from LGW/MAN. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-florida-2026 and /guides/orlando-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.3 Very Good
On-time 7.0 Departure reliability
Experience 7.2 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.8 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.4 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
7.0
Passenger Experience
7.2
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score 7.4/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK gateway to Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Florida theme parks
  • Virgin Atlantic and BA direct from LGW/MAN; TUI package flights seasonal
  • The Club at MCO and Delta Sky Club — Priority Pass at Plaza Premium
  • Compare Miami (/airports/mia) for Miami Beach and Caribbean cruise connections

Overview

Florida theme-park gateway — Virgin Atlantic, BA, and Norwegian direct from UK plus dense domestic connections for Disney, Universal, and Gulf Coast holidays.

UK family holiday routing

Virgin Atlantic and BA offer direct UK–MCO; TUI and Jet2 package charters seasonal from regional UK.

Allow 90+ min for immigration and baggage at peak UK arrival banks (school holidays).

FAQ

Which is better, Islamabad International Airport or Orlando International Airport?

Islamabad International Airport (ISB) scores higher overall at 7.4/10 versus Orlando International Airport (MCO) at 7.3/10.

Which has better lounges, ISB or MCO?

Islamabad International Airport (ISB) scores higher for lounges at 7.5/10, versus Orlando International Airport at 7.4/10.

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

Islamabad International Airport (ISB) has stronger on-time performance at 7.2/10 versus Orlando International Airport (MCO) at 7.0/10.