โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Dera Ismail Khan Airport (OPDI) serves the city of Dera Ismail Khan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, positioned 10 kilometers from the city center at 594 feet elevation with runway 12/30 providing essential aviation connectivity to the southern districts of the province. The airport historically operated as one of only two airports serving this region alongside Bannu Airport, providing crucial links between remote areas and Pakistan's major urban centers including Peshawar, Islamabad, Lahore, and Multan.
The terminal building underwent renovation and repair as part of a Rs 4 million reopening investment that included runway repairs, though operations have faced periodic suspensions due to various operational and security considerations. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) served as the primary operator using Fokker F-27 aircraft for feeder services connecting the region to major Pakistani cities, supporting both passenger and cargo transportation needs for this strategically important border region.
The airport's operational status has been affected by regional security conditions and infrastructure challenges, with operations suspended since 2001 following the Afghan-US conflict. Despite plans for reopening and infrastructure investments, the facility represents the critical importance of aviation connectivity for Pakistan's remote regions, serving as a potential lifeline for emergency services, government operations, and economic development in the challenging terrain of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's southern districts where ground transportation remains difficult.
๐ Connection Tips
Plan transfers carefully at Dera Ismael Khan Airport.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
International โ Domestic
90
minutes
International โ International
120
minutes
Interline Connections
150
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Bahawalpur Airport (BHV) features a modern terminal building that includes a dedicated CIP (Commercially Important Persons) Lounge located airside on the first floor. This 24-hour lounge offers air conditioning, fax/telephone services, and a prayer room for eligible passengers. Additionally, there is a separate Royal Lounge reserved for dignitaries. General travelers have access to a small lounge area and a cafรฉ within the main terminal, along with standard check-in and security facilities.
๐ Connection Tips
Confirm flight days; schedules can be limited.
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