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When you fly from Islamabad to New York City with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Preparing for your flight from Benazir Bhutto International Airport, also known as Islamabad International Airport, ensures a modern and efficient travel experience as you depart from Pakistan's capital region. Located near Islamabad and Rawalpindi, this key transport hub offers excellent services for business and leisure travellers. For ground transport, you can access the airport by taking the Kashmir Highway and Islamabad Highway southbound to the clearly signposted Airport link road. While buses are available, taxis offer the most convenient option, with services like Metro Radio Cab and Yellow Cab providing regular trips to the city centre in about 30 minutes, depending on traffic.
If you are driving, the airport features expanded parking facilities with capacity for up to 2,000 vehicles, offering both short and long-term options. Upon arrival, proceed to the main terminal’s Departures area. Be advised that security is exceptionally tight, so allow at least two hours for check-in and customs clearance.
You can take advantage of the numerous facilities and amenities while you wait. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the airport for your convenience. Business travellers can utilise the small business centre for photocopying and faxing, or access the CIP lounge for dedicated work spaces. A large food court provides a range of dining choices, including authentic local cuisine and international dishes. For your shopping needs, a selection of retailers and Duty Free shops sell luxury goods, travel essentials, books, and magazines, complemented by ATMs and banking facilities throughout the airport.
Experience the excitement of New York City, a destination where culture, ambition and diversity shape every street. The Big Apple's legendary landmarks, dynamic arts scene and endless entertainment options make it a city that never sleeps.
Explore all New York's charms, from the dazzling lights of Times Square to the creative energy of SoHo and the leafy paths of Central Park. Admire extraordinary works at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, treat yourself to a shopping spree at Fifth Avenue's designer boutiques, and dine on global cuisine in iconic neighbourhoods across the city. Enjoy panoramic views from the Empire State Building, or take a ferry to marvel at the renowned Statue of Liberty. Whether you’re visiting for business or leisure, seeing a show on Broadway is an absolute must.
Besides discovering the famous attractions, relax on New York's tranquil green lawns or waterfront promenades, and watch live music performances at festivals. Don't forget to wander around the five boroughs, each with its own unique character. Walk the High Line for a spectacular outlook of Manhattan's skyline, stroll through Brooklyn's historic streets, immerse yourself in Queens' vibrant communities, feel the rhythm of hip hop beats in the Bronx, and be mesmerised by ocean vistas on Staten Island.
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