Air Forces comparison: 
Pakistan vs 
Iran
Aircraft Types Radar Comparison
Aircraft by Type
🇵🇰 Pakistanas of 2026
🇮🇷 Iranas of 2026
Fleet Evolution
🇵🇰 Pakistan
🇮🇷 Iran
Overview
Pakistan's air force fields 1,369 active aircraft — 2.2x Iran's 636.
The breakdown includes 469 vs 295 combat aircraft, 355 vs 160 helicopters, 62 vs 81 transport aircraft, 447 vs 88 trainers (Pakistan vs Iran). Pakistan has 77 aircraft on order vs 0 for Iran.
The Pakistan air force is officially the Pakistan Air Force, while Iran's is the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more military aircraft, Pakistan or Iran?
Pakistan has more military aircraft with 1,369 active aircraft compared to Iran's 636, a difference of 733 aircraft.
Which air force has more combat aircraft, Pakistan or Iran?
Pakistan has more combat aircraft with 469 fighters and attack aircraft compared to Iran's 295.
Which country has more military helicopters, Pakistan or Iran?
Pakistan operates more military helicopters with 355 compared to Iran's 160.
Which air force has more transport aircraft, Pakistan or Iran?
Iran has more transport aircraft with 81 compared to Pakistan's 62.
Which country has more aircraft on order, Pakistan or Iran?
Pakistan has 77 aircraft on order compared to Iran's 0.