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Rome Fiumicino Airport vs Islamabad International Airport
Detailed comparison of FCO and ISB on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Islamabad International Airport (ISB) at 7.4/10.
3 terminals (T1, T3 Schengen/Non-Schengen) · 49M+ passengers/year
7.7/ 10
How good is Rome Fiumicino Airport?
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) scores 7.7/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.5),
passenger experience (7.6), and facilities (8.0).
Lounge quality rates 7.8/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Rome FCO scores 7.7/10 — Italy's #1 airport. Leonardo Express to Termini ~32 min. ITA Airways SkyTeam hub. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-italy-2026 and /guides/rome-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.7Very Good
On-time7.5Departure reliability
Experience7.6Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.0Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.8Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic 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
7.5
Passenger Experience
7.6
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score7.8/10
Highlights
Primary UK gateway to Rome, Lazio, and central Italy — Leonardo Express to Termini ~32 min
ITA Airways (SkyTeam) hub — connections to Sicily, Sardinia, and southern Italy
ITA Lounge and SkyTeam lounges T3; Priority Pass at Plaza Premium
EU261 on EU departures; UK261 on UK-return legs
Overview
Italy's busiest airport and primary UK gateway to Rome — ITA Airways hub with dense easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2, and BA schedules from London and regional UK.
UK routes
BA, ITA Airways, easyJet, Ryanair, and Jet2 from LHR, LGW, STN, and MAN. Compare Milan (/airports/milan) for northern Italy and fashion/business routing.
Allow 90+ min for T3 security at peak UK bank holiday departures.
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 Score7.4Very Good
On-time7.2Departure reliability
Experience7.3Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.7Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.5Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic 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 score7.5/10
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, Rome Fiumicino Airport or Islamabad International Airport?
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Islamabad International Airport (ISB) at 7.4/10.
Which has better lounges, FCO or ISB?
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) scores higher for lounges at 7.8/10, versus Islamabad International Airport at 7.5/10.
Which airport is more on-time, FCO or ISB?
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) has stronger on-time performance at 7.5/10 versus Islamabad International Airport (ISB) at 7.2/10.
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