Flying from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Tehran: what you need to know
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30. The city is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Lahore, where Allama Iqbal International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from LHE to Tehran.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a nonstop flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran that lands at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
Mahan Air is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from LHE to Tehran with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
If you have a passport from Pakistan, you'll need an embassy visa to enter Iran. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
Central Lahore to LHE is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a handy hotel near LHE? If you're boarding an early flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Tehran
Rs54,705 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs108,071. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap tickets from LHE to Tehran by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for flight tickets from LHE to Tehran every day.
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Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
Touching down on a late flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran? Collect your bags and head straight to the comfort of a hotel. Two options near IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Tehran, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from LHE to Tehran in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are leading attractions which should feature on every Tehran itinerary.
Complete your Tehran trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Tehran and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one go to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Tehran.