Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.
Lahore is two hours ahead of Istanbul and is in the UTC+5 timezone.
Flights from IST to LHE start from 20:25 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 21:05 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from ten weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your IST to LHE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Lahore (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Pakistan!). Check out the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IST and LHE include:
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
At the moment, Rs48,567 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs120,760. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from IST to LHE by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from IST to LHE is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take around 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to IST:
Arriving at Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
If you're coming in on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near LHE:
Pick up an Allama Iqbal International Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Street Rent a Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Lahore and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Allama Iqbal International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to central Lahore
From Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Lahore based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Lahore, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 43ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from IST to LHE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Lahore has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan you should also see. About 121 kilometres west of Lahore, a trip to Faisalabad will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
Rawalpindi is another standout destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Lahore. No trip is complete without seeing Parade Lane Park, Civic Park and Millad Park.
