Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Lahore's timezone is UTC+5, making Lahore one hour ahead of Abu Dhabi.
Each week, there are 27 Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, take the 01:05 Pakistan International Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:10 with Etihad Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your AUH to LHE flight.
Travelling during a peak time like February? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport, so jetting to Lahore (and then visiting more of Pakistan!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Etihad Airways is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier operating AUH to LHE flights. A dependable 80.0% of its departures on this route land on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between AUH and LHE:
Jinnah International Airport
Muscat International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
Currently, P4,712 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P14,139. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from AUH to LHE by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
78.54% of flights taking off from Abu Dhabi International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Abu Dhabi to Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to AUH:
Arriving at Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
If you're getting in on a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near LHE:
Travel farther out of Lahore and head to places that many travellers miss with your own set of wheels. You can book an Allama Iqbal International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Street Rent a Car.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Allama Iqbal International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to central Lahore
Allama Iqbal International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Lahore. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Lahore in April.
Before locking in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Lahore, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AUH to LHE sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Pakistan
Faisalabad is just one of the many cities in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen Lahore. Around 121 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
If you want to check out another major destination in Pakistan, head for Rawalpindi, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Lahore. Parade Lane Park, Civic Park and Millad Park are among the biggest draws.