Flying from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul is 5 hours 50 minutes.
Istanbul is 2 hours behind Lahore, where Allama Iqbal International Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with 10 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from LHE to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 06:20. Choose the first departure with Turkish Airlines at 05:45 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from LHE to Istanbul. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can reserve a direct flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul. Begin your trip at LHE and land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Book your ticket with Turkish Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul.
We make it simple to find a flight from LHE to Istanbul that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you have a passport from Pakistan, you'll need an e-visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before flying.
LHE is approximately 48 kilometres from central Lahore. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Istanbul
ر.ق. 887 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul. Return flights start at ر.ق. 1,392. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 10 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHE to Istanbul.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul is around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from LHE to Istanbul at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from LHE to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are major attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
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