Flying from Gilgit Airport (GIL) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Gilgit Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Gilgit and Lahore are in the same timezone, UTC+5.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your GIL to LHE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as May? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Lahore (and then exploring more of Pakistan!) is easy with Pakistan International Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Gilgit Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Pakistan International Airlines.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gilgit Airport (GIL) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
Right now, RM880 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gilgit Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,246. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from GIL to LHE.
The cheapest month for flights from Gilgit Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Gilgit Airport (GIL)
To get to Gilgit Airport from central Gilgit, it takes about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Gilgit Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to GIL:
Arriving at Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
If you're coming in on a late Gilgit Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near LHE:
Pick up an Allama Iqbal International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Street Rent a Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Lahore and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Allama Iqbal International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to central Lahore
Allama Iqbal International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Lahore. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Gilgit Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Lahore. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Lahore is June, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from Gilgit Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GIL to LHE in January. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
You've seen Lahore, now it's time to discover more of Pakistan. Travel around 121 kilometres west to Faisalabad to check off its top attractions. From Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک to Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Pakistan, head for Rawalpindi, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Lahore. Parade Lane Park, Civic Park and Millad Park are key reasons to visit.
