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Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
Allama Iqbal International Airport is the main gateway to Lahore, the capital of Pakistan's Punjab province, and a key access point for the wider region. Compare transfer options to central Lahore and nearby Punjab destinations, and plan your onward journey with ease.
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About Allama Iqbal International Airport
Allama Iqbal International Airport is the main airport serving Lahore, the capital of Pakistan's Punjab province, and one of the country's busiest air gateways. It handles a mix of domestic and international flights and functions as a key hub for regional and long-haul travel.
The current passenger terminal opened in March 2003, when the airport was renamed after the national poet Allama Iqbal. The main terminal building handles domestic and international traffic, while a dedicated Hajj terminal supports seasonal pilgrim flights and a separate cargo terminal manages freight operations.
The airport is located approximately 15 km from central Lahore, in the eastern part of the city. Public buses, taxis, private transfers, car rental services and road links connect the airport with the city centre and surrounding areas, with access to Lahore's metro network available nearby.
Passengers can use lounges, restaurants, cafés, duty-free shopping, banks and prayer rooms, with Wi-Fi and accessibility services available throughout the terminal complex. The airport serves as a practical gateway for both leisure and business travel to Lahore and the wider Punjab region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Allama Iqbal International Airport operates through a main passenger terminal that handles both domestic and international flights, with separate departure areas for each. A dedicated Hajj terminal is used seasonally for pilgrim flights, while a separate cargo terminal handles freight operations.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Allama Iqbal International Airport
Transfers
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Car Rental
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Bus & Group Transfers
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