Travelling from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): What you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight is 5 hours 20 minutes.
Allama Iqbal International Airport is located in Lahore. The city runs on the UTC+5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Istanbul.
With 11 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:40am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from IST to LHE is with Turkish Airlines at 9:20pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to LHE, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) take off from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This top carrier operates departures from IST.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from IST to LHE.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to LHE leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
SAW is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to LHE flight:
76.93% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LHE:
Explore beyond Lahore and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab an Allama Iqbal International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Street Rent a Car.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
£90 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport. Return flights start at £248. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to LHE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Lahore. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Istanbul to LHE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Lahore, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Lahore
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Lahore right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Allama Iqbal International Airport:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Lahore when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Jamia Masjid F1 followed by Mavi Mosque(blue mosque) and Jamia Masjid Mubarak.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Pakistan waiting to be discovered. About 137 kms (85 miles) west of Lahore, a trip to Faisalabad will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Faisal Masjid, Madni Masjid and Jamia masjid Bara Minar wali.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Pakistan, consider Rawalpindi, roughly 257 kms (160 miles) north-west of Lahore. Umer Bin Khattab Masjid, Moti Masjid and Jamia Masjid E Muhammad are among its highlights.