Travelling from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours behind Lahore.
Flights from LHE to IST start from 05:45 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 06:20 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from ten weekly Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your LHE to IST flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LHE and IST:
Kuwait International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Currently, Rs43,445 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs64,601. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from LHE to IST by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
68.2% of flights departing from Allama Iqbal International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Allama Iqbal International Airport from central Lahore, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to LHE:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LHE to IST in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.