PKNC Conference 2026 - Advancing Nutrition through Partnerships and Policy
Find all the information you need about the conference venue and how to get there.
Pak Korea Nutrition Center (PKNC)
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
National Institute of Food Science & Technology
Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
The Pak Korea Nutrition Center (PKNC) is located within the University of Agriculture Faisalabad campus, easily accessible from all major transportation hubs in the city.
Faisalabad city is well-connected by rail, road, and air transportation. The city has a well-established Faisalabad Urban Transport System Service (FUTS) for intercity transport.
The M3 interchange connecting the M2 and M4 is an important junction for the city to connect the north and south of the country. Majority of bus services including Daewoo, Faisal Movers, Kohistan, etc. run to and from Faisalabad.
From Lahore: Approximately 3-4 hours via M3/M4 Motorway
From Islamabad: Approximately 4-5 hours via M2/M4 Motorway
The Faisalabad railway station is the main station of the city, connected to different railway stations across Pakistan including Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Quetta, Rohri, Khanewal, and Hyderabad.
For details, please visit: www.pakrail.gov.pk
From Lahore: Multiple daily trains (approx. 4-5 hours)
From Karachi: Daily trains (approx. 20-24 hours)
Faisalabad International Airport is located on the outskirts of the city, approximately 14 kilometers away from the University of Agriculture Faisalabad.
Airlines operating to/from Faisalabad include Pakistan International Airlines, Serene Air, Flydubai, Qatar Airways, Air Arabia, and Gulf Air.
Foreign participants may also consider the nearest international airports:
The Organizing Committee can facilitate transportation from these airports upon request.
Faisalabad offers several local transportation options:
For conference participants, a shuttle service will be available between the venue and recommended hotels.
The organizing committee has arranged special rates at several hotels near the conference venue. Participants are advised to book their accommodation early.
| Hotel | Distance from Venue | Special Rate | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel One Faisalabad | 5 km | PKR 5,000/night | +92 41 111 111 666 |
| Avari Hotel Faisalabad | 7 km | PKR 6,500/night | +92 41 872 5000 |
| Chen One Hotel | 6 km | PKR 5,500/night | +92 41 873 0000 |
| Ramada by Wyndham | 8 km | PKR 7,000/night | +92 41 872 3333 |
To book at the special conference rate, mention "PKNC Conference 2026" when making your reservation.
November in Faisalabad is typically mild with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).
We recommend bringing light layers for variable indoor/outdoor temperatures.
The local currency is Pakistani Rupees (PKR).
ATMs are widely available, and major credit cards are accepted at most hotels and restaurants.
The official language of the conference is English.
Local languages are Punjabi and Urdu, but English is widely understood in business and academic settings.
Foreign participants may require a visa to enter Pakistan.
Please check with the Pakistani embassy or consulate in your country for requirements.
The organizing committee can provide invitation letters upon request to support your visa application.
Faisalabad offers several attractions for conference participants: