Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): what you need to know
Lahore is three hours ahead of Johannesburg and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your JNB to LHE flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between JNB and LHE include:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
Currently, C$561 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$1,042. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JNB to LHE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from JNB to LHE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
If you're landing on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near LHE:
Pick up an Allama Iqbal International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Europcar and Street Rent a Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Lahore and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book 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 approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Lahore. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Lahore based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Allama Iqbal International Airport for June if you'd like to visit Lahore during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to LHE in January. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Pakistan
Faisalabad is just one of the many places in Pakistan waiting to be explored once you've seen Lahore. Around 121 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Gulshan-E-Haram, Main Park گلشنِ حرم مَین پارک, Norani Park and Triangle park Chambeli block.
Rawalpindi is another standout destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Lahore. No journey is complete without experiencing Parade Lane Park, Civic Park and Millad Park.