Travelling from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Edinburgh five hours behind Lahore.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LHE to EDI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LHE and EDI include:
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Rs85,445 is the best price for a one-way Allama Iqbal International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs180,253. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LHE to EDI. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHE to EDI.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
When it comes to Allama Iqbal International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.2% of flights complete their journey on time.
Allama Iqbal International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Lahore. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near LHE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Allama Iqbal International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz to explore Edinburgh and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Edinburgh Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Edinburgh. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHE to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Edinburgh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, a trip to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.